This series consists of architectural and mechanical drawings of the 1915 renovation of the "State House" building, located on Eagle Street in Albany, New York, for use by the New York State Court of Appeals. The plans show structural alterations; additions; and heating, sanitary, and electrical modifications.
Creator
New York (State). Office of General Services. Design and Construction
Access Restrictions
Documents relating to existing facilities may be withheld under FOIL sect. 87.2(f) ("if disclosed could endanger the life or safety of any person").
Health Department offfice and laboratory buildings plans and drawings
Series Number
B1826
Summary
This series consists of sets of design and "as-built" drawings of the former Health Department office and laboratory buildings, located on New Scotland Avenue in Albany. The drawings date from approximately 1918 to 1970 and show the design of and modifications to those buildings. Included are construction drawings, floor plans, engineering plans, and other aspects of the buildings. The buildings depicted no longer exist.
Creator
New York (State). Office of General Services. Design and Construction
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.
Building plans and drawings for the New York State Idiot Asylum
Series Number
B1643
Summary
An 1851 law provided for the state to undertake the care and teaching of "idiots" (the contemporary term for people with certain developmental disabilities). The New York State Asylum for Idiots, with a capacity for 100 residents, was completed on August 10, 1855. The series consists of 19th century watercolor renderings and pencil and ink drawings of the original building. The asylum was the first public facility in the nation for the care and treatment of persons with mental retardation.
Creator
Syracuse State Institution for Feeble-Minded Children
Access Restrictions
There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of this material.