Mike W.
1/4/2017
The Brewster Hospital began in 1901 in this building in the LaVilla neighborhood of Jacksonville. It was the first hospital for African-Americans in Jacksonville and its nurse training program...
The Brewster Hospital
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915 W Monroe St
Jacksonville, FL 32204
The Brewster Hospital in Jacksonville, FL was the first hospital for African Americans in the city, established in 1901. It served as a vital healthcare institution for the African American community, providing essential medical services and training for nurses. Over the years, Brewster Hospital expanded to larger facilities and became a modern 95-bed institution with up-to-date hospital facilities and clinics. However, with the passage of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, which opened other healthcare facilities to African Americans, Brewster Hospital faced a decline in revenue and eventually closed its doors in 1966.
The historic Brewster Hospital played a significant role in the healthcare history of Jacksonville, serving as a beacon of hope and care for the African American community. Today, the site where Brewster Hospital once stood is occupied by Methodist Hospital, and the original Brewster Hospital building has been relocated and restored by the City of Jacksonville.
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Michelle M.
8/28/2015
Yay! I'm a fan (4 stars)because this building was preserved rather than razed. But I listed it as a 3 since the city stopped at preservation and you can't actually get into the hospital. There...
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