Washington Heights in Manhattan in New York County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington Residence
Photographed By Larry Gertner, May 3, 2023
1. Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington Residence plaque
Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington Residence has been designated a National Historic Landmark.
This site possesses national significance in commemorating the history of the United States of America.
Erected 1976 by National Park Service.
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Arts, Letters, Music. In addition, it is included in the National Historic Landmarks series list.
Location. 40° 49.936′ N, 73° 56.468′ W. Marker is in Manhattan, New York, in New York County. It is in Washington Heights. Marker is on Saint Nicholas Avenue. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 935 St Nicholas Ave, New York NY 10032, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. John T. Brush Stairway (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named The John T. Brush Stairway (about 500 feet away); Sugar Hill Luminaries Lawn (about 600 feet away); Polo Grounds (approx. 0.2 miles away); Morris-Jumel Mansion (approx. 0.2 miles away); Jumel Terrace Historic District (approx. 0.2 miles away); a different marker also named Morris-Jumel Mansion
this page online
Also see . . .
1. Duke Ellington House. Wikipedia entry:
Links to National Register of Historic Places Nomination Form (Submitted on May 6, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
2. Duke Ellington. Wikipedia entry (Submitted on May 6, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
3. Take the "A" Train. ... to get to Sugar Hill way up in Harlem.
YouTube video (3m 14s) (Submitted on May 6, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Photographed By Larry Gertner, May 3, 2023
2. 935 St. Nicholas Avenue
Photographed By Larry Gertner, May 3, 2023
3. Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington Residence plaque
The plaque is located to the right of the building entrance.
via Wikipedia, c.1940s
4. Edward Kennedy "Duke" Ellington
Credits. This page was last revised on May 14, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 6, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. This page has been viewed 48 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on May 6, 2024, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.
