Nomination for Lorain YMCA Building

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OMB No. 1024-0018 United States Department of the Interior National Park Service This form is for use in nominating or requesting determinations of eligibility for individual properties or districts. See instructions in Guidelines and areas of significance, enter only the categories and subcategories listed in the instructions. For additional space use continuation sheets (Form 10-900a). Type all entries. 1. Name of Property historic name other names/site number USS/Kobe Steel Company Services Building 2. Location street & number E. 28th Street not for publication city, town Lvicinity zip code 3. Classification Ownership of Property Category of Property Number of Resources within Property X private X building(s) ] public-local ] public-State . sites Name of related multiple property listing: Number of contributing resources previously listed in the National Register 4.

State/Federal Agency Certification As the designated authority under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended, I hereby certify that this National Register of Historic Places and meets the procedural and professional requirements set forth in 36 CFR Part 60. See continuation sheet. Signature of certifying official State or Federal agency and bureau Signature of commenting or other official 5. National Park Service Certification 1, hereby, certify that this property is: entered in the National Register. determined eligible for the National Register. See continuation sheet. determined not eligible for the removed from the National Register.

other, (explain:) Signature of the Keeper Date of Action 44055 Date Lorain Registration Form Total district Noncontributing structure state public-Federal NATIONAL REGISTER National Register of Historic Places Lorain YMCA Building Ohio National Register. (Rev. 8-86) NPS Form 10-900 Jobject for Completing National Register Forms (National Register Bulletin 16). Complete each item by marking "x" in the appropriate box or by entering the requested information. If an item does not apply to the property being documented, enter "N/A" for "not applicable." For functions, styles, materials, nomination Jrequest for determination of eligibility meets the documentation standards for registering properties in the county (0-11-92 6. Function or Use Historic Functions (enter categories from instructions) Current Functions (enter categories from instructions) 7.

Description Materials (enter categories from instructions) (enter categories from instructions) Describe present and historic physical appearance. This broad rectangular brick Second Renaissance styled building faces onto East 28th Street, a major thoroughfare on the southeast side of the city of Lorain. The building other three sides are asphalt parking lots. To the rear or north are the industrial buildings of USS/Kobe Steel Company. These include long structures which are features classically inspired detailing executed in limestone and has two impressive main such as the rearrangement of former hotel rooms into offices and the subdivision of an old the old swimming pool and the oldest gym remain intact. although slight indentations in the rear give it the form of a broad "T'.

Faced with pressed red brick on the front and halfway around each side, the building features smooth-cut limestone trim. The stone forms a tall base, a string course at the base of the second floor, elaborate accents around the main entrances and around the windows above northwest corner incorporates an older turn-of-the-century annex and is faced with yellow ascend to each of the primary entrances; which feature architrave moldings and an entablature accented by consoles. Elaborate stonework accents the window above each The interiors of the building are relatively simple and have undergone substantial ornamentation in these entrance areas. To the rear and beginning at the basement level are X See continuation sheet Commerce/business entrance.

other brick walls Social/civic asphalt Italian Renaissance Architectural Classification are often grouped in pairs.Newer signage conceals incised stone lettering over each gym survives intact and is used as a training room.In the basement in the front portion This large institutional building is three stories in height and is basically square, features a small lawn in front accented by small trees and evergreen shrubbery.On the foundation - concrete, sandstone entrances. The building retains its integrity with only minor exterior alterations such as new window sash, which are the same size as the originals, and the blocking or adding of them, and crowns the building in the form of an entablature with parapet above. The rear and the rear portions of each side are faced with common brick in American bond. The brick on its west side, accented by smooth-cut sandstone trim.

The facade is symmetrical entrance on the second floor to provide for greater emphasis. The rectangular windows are alteration. The first floor retains its spacious effect in spite of dropped ceilings and modern office partitions. According to original plans, there was never a grand hall or and divided into five parts with equal'ly spaced window openings on each floor. Stairs roof two large gym spaces.The northeast gym has been converted into office while the northwest United States Department of the Interior National Park Service Natlonal Register of Historic Places Continuation Sheet Section number - renovated into an employee cafeteria and the third floor, which formerly consisted of hotel rooms. Page rooms, has been made into offices that retain the rhythm and character of the original is the indoor swimming pool, intact but no longer in use. The second floor has been 8.

Statement of Significance

Statement of significance

Applicable National Register Criteria Areas of Significance (enter categories from instructions) Period of Significance Significant Dates Cultural Affiliation Rissman, Paul A. State significance of property, and justify criteria, criteria considerations, and areas and periods of significance noted above. The Lorain YMCA is eligible under Criterion A as an example of the Progressive era associated with the development of Lorain's steel industry, an event which radically altered the history of Lorain and the surrounding region, transforming the area from The founding of the large steel mills in Lorain in 1894 and their subsequent expansion in the early years of the twentieth century created a tremendous demand for labor which was the social and recreational demands of this new work force.

the Y had agreements with almost 50 railroads to operate dozens of facilities for railroad in this area "failed to produce the desired results because the men were not consulted X See continuation sheet 1924-1942 Architect/Builder acculturated. Significant Person social history before the work was undertaken; this welfare work was solely a company matter, for the by secretary of the Industrial Department showed that company efforts Jnationally _statewide Xlocally Criteria Considerations (Exceptions) serving as a social outlet for workers and assisting immigrant steel workers in becoming The YMCA movement in America had already been active in addressing worker's social and moral needs. Its goals were combining:Christian education, wholesome recreation and . the new communities.

The program had its roots in the railroad industry, the first so-cal led "Railroad YMCA" was founded in Cleveland in 1872. By the turn of the century, Christian Association to aid local industries in establishing outlet for workers. A study company planned everything and paid the bills, and the workers had no part in management." advancing learning skills so that workers would become more productive, better citizens in 9.

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Bibliography, boundary description, and the people who prepared and reviewed the nomination.

Major Bibliographical References Eddy, Sherwood, A Century With Youth: A History of the YMCA From 1844 to 1944. Lorain Library, "A Chronological History of Lorain", 1989 (unpublished). McBride, Paul W., Culture Clash - Immigrants and Reformers 1880-1920 Penfound, 1980. Lewis Publishing Company, 1916. ] See continuation sheet Previous documentation on file (NPS): X preliminary determination of individual listing (36 CFR 67) Primary location of additional data: has been requested X State historic preservation office previously listed in the National Register Other State agency previously determined eligible by the National Register J Federal agency designated a National Historic Landmark recorded by Historic American Buildings Survey # ]recorded by Historic American Engineering Record #. 10.

Geographical Data Acreage of property less than one acre UTM References Verbal Boundary Description Beginning at the northwest corner of Pearl and East 28th Street, the boundary moves Boundary Justification The nominated property includes the YMCA Building, its surrounding lawns and 11. Form Prepared By Steven McQuillin & Associates June 20, 1991 /June 4, J99 _ date. street & number 3515 Archwood Avenue _telephone. (216) 749-3515 city or town _state Ohio University organization Easting Northing name/title Cleveland Specify repository: Local government Steven McQuillin Other Press, 1951. north 125 feet, then west 500 south 125feet to East 28th Street and then Hopkins, C. Howard, The History of the YMCA in North America. New York: Association Teague, George H., Lorain. Evansville, Indiana: Unigraphics, 1980 (orig. pub. 1903).

east 500 feet along East 28th Street to the point of beginning. parking lots. No other features are included Zone Ohio San Francisco:R and E Research Associates,1975. United States Department of the Interior National Park Service Natlonal Register of Historic Places Continuation Sheet YMCA was the most desirable form of clubhouse for its workers." new facility. Businesses and citizens of Lorain and Elyria made contributions of $15,000 toward the new facility in 1897 and the next year work was begun on the new facility on a Noted Cleveland architect Frank S. Barnum designed a Colonial Revival building made of Known in its early years as the Young Men's Christian Association of Lorain and Elyria, building, necessitating a major reconstruction in 1924 at a cost of $240,000. The Building of USS/Kobe Steel Company. In spite of its change of use, the building's architectural character remains.

Its elaborately tiled swimming pool remain unaltered. Stylistically the YMCA is an example of Second Renaissance Revival, characterized by its distinct horizontal facade divisions delineated by stone belt courses, smaller, upper floor location, materials, and the distinct design characteristics as described above. Section number _ Suppes and Tom L. Johnson, founder of Johnson Steel, were liberal contributors toward the site donated by the Sheffield Land Company near the main entrance to the steel mills. towards its construction. The rest was raised by local subscription. As reconstructed, older one. Residential rooms were on the upper floors. In the 1940's the Y opened programs for women and the pool showers were altered to include facilities for women. By 1957, the YWCA was organized in Lorain.

In 1970, a new YMCA was opened on the west side of Lorain, made possible through a generous contribution by the facilities operated jointly until the older building was closed. This building was then remodeled by the steel facility into offices and has been in use since then as the Services separate entrances for men and boys remain with their elaborate limestone trim extending around the windows above. The attractive classical cornice and balustrade atop the building set off this large and tall building from its plainer neighbors. While interior M.M. Suppes, founding general manager of Johnson Steel Street Railway Company (later the pressed mottled orange brick with dark sandstone trim.

Opening in 1899, the facility Page United States Department of the Interior National Register of Historic Places Continuation Sheet 1950's to write that the industrial program "was the movement's one markedly effective approach to the working class in the nineteenth century." Within the state of Ohio, Lorain's YMCA was one of the few industrial association YMCA facilities outside of major cities such as Cleveland. Because of Lorain's rare dependence upon this single industry, the steel mill, there developed a rare strong association between that industry and the YMCA. Notes for Section 8: 1. Paul W. McBride, Culture Clash - Immigrants and Reformers 1880-1920 (San Francisco: R and E Research Associates, 1975) p. 62. (New York: Association Press, 1951) p. 277. YMCA Historical Library, New York City, November 1915.

National Park Service "Reports of the Industrial Committee of the Young Men's Christian Association" in 1924 to 1942,the established 50 year cut-off date for the National Register.

C.Howard Hopkins,Ihe History of_the YMCA in North America Section number _ 8 The YMCA's industrial activities have some under cfiticism by revisionists, one of whom has Such successes as this would prompt a YMCA historian of the The period of significance of the nominated property extends from its date of construction Nevertheless, Page NATIONAL PARK SERVICE EVALUATION/RETURN SHEET NAME : 7/16/92 DATE DATE OF WEEKLY LIST: NOMINATOR: STATE PROGRAM UNAPPROVED: COMMENT WAIVER:N Antared in the ABSTRACT/SUMMARY COMMENTS : 6/30/92 6/18/92 8/02/92 DATE RETURN MULTIPLE REVIEWER DISCIPLINE RECOM./CRITERIA OTHER: NATIONAL: PERIOD: PDIL: APPEAL: NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES DATE RECEIVED: REASONS FOR REVIEW: SLR DRAFT:N DATE OF PENDING LIST: DATE OF 16TH DAY: DATE OF 45TH DATA PROBLEM: N DOCUMENTATION see attached comments Y/N see attached SLR Y/N REJECT PROPERTY LANDSCAPE:N VACCEPT Lorain YMCA Building UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR LESS THAN 5O YEARS: _count _resource type STATE/FEDERAL AGENCY CERTIFICATION _summary paragraph _completeness _clarity _applicable criteria _relating significance to the resource _relationship of integrity to significance _justification of exception GEOGRAPHICAL DATA _acreage _verbal boundary description _boundary justification ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTATION/PRESENTATION _presentation - Phone current FUNCTION materials DESCRIPTION other historic BIBLIOGRAPHY photographs Period Builder/Architect CLASSIFICATION justification of areas checked SIGNIFICANCE Questions concerning this nomination may be directed to descriptive text Date architectural classification Specific dates Signed OTHER COMMENTS Areas of Significance--Check and justify below Statement of Significance one paragraph) _context UTMS PROBLEM DESCRIPTION SHEET Federal Register List Date / / Describe Problem: Team Leader N R Staff Problem Team Form WASO - 6 03/27/85 Resource Name State Name OK Today's Date 6 /2~ / 2 Reference No.

Lotain, Ohio June 1991 Steven MeQuillin, photographer negs. on photographer's collection front and west side, 1kg. NE LY-1 Hi Lorain YMCA Building Lorain, Ohio June 1991 Steven McQuillin, photographer negs. in photographer's collection rear and east side, looking SW LY-2 Lorain YMCA Building T 436 STOP EMPLOYMENT OFFICE ups Lorain, Ohio June 1991 Steven MeQuillin, photographer 1ooking north LY-3 Lorain YMCA Building negs. in photographer's collection closeup view of the west entrance, Lorain, Ohio June 1991 Steven McQuillin, photographer negs. in photographer's collection basement swimming pool, looking NE LY-4 Lorain YMCA Building Lorain, Ohio June 1991 Steven MeQuillin, photographer negs. in photographer's collection NW gymnasium, looking NW LY-5 Lorain YMCA Building Lorain, Ohio June 1991 Steven McQuillin, photographer negs. in photographer's collection second floor rear offices, Ikg.

N LY-6 Lorain YMCA Building COMMERCIAL SURVEY CO DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR 17-404400-4588740 LORAIN QUADRANGLE LORAIN, OHIO STATE OF OHIO 15 MINUTE SERIES (TOPOGRAPHIC) (216) 771-3995 N4122.5W8207.5/7.5 ROAD CLASSIFICATION DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS SCALE 1:24000 GEOLOGICAL SURVEY OHIO-LORAIN CO. Ohio Historic Preservation Office Ohio Historical Center 1982 Velma Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43211-2497 June 15, 1992 Fax: 614/297-2411 SINCE 1885 Ms. Carol Shull, Chief National Register of Historic Places Department of the Interior P.O. Box 37127 Dear Ms. Shull: notification procedures have been followed for these new submissions. Johnsön Steel Street Railway Company General Office Gill-Luchsinger-Bohnsen House & Please contact me if you have any questions. W.

Ray Luce Lorain Enclosures Barn SOCIETY County OHIO 614/297-2470 HISTORICAL Ottawa NATIONAL REGISTER New Submissions Lorain YMCA Building Sincerely, State Historic Preservation Officer National Park Service Enclosed are three (3) new National Register nominations.All the appropriate