NYC Honorary Street Names

Grate

Henry Grate Sr. Place (Bronx)
Present name:Remington Street
Location:Between Liberty Avenue and Lakewood Avenue
Honoree: Henry Grate Sr. (1922-2008) was the unofficial community barber and never charged anyone. A skilled carpenter, he taught his skills to neighborhood children. He also built a recording studio in his basement to give the youth a positive outlet to express their talents.
LL:2011/47


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