Broome County Almshouse Demolition
Item
Title
Broome County Almshouse Demolition
Creator
New York State Landmarks
Date
February 5, 2010
Abstract
The Alms House, served as the administration building of Broome County's Poor Farm, an institution established in 1830 to house the indigent, handicapped, aged, widows, orphans, unwed mothers, "illegitimate" children, and pauper immigrants of the community
Description
This photo depicts the demolition of the Almshouse in 2010 which previously housed the permanently poor residents of Broome County.