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Raul Rothblatt, an activist and member of Save 227 Duffield, called the city's purchase of the home "an incredible relief."
The effort to landmark 227 Duffield has languished for more than 16 years and at times the property came perilously close to demolition.
After More Than A Decade Fight, A Brooklyn House With Abolitionist Ties Will Be Considered For Landmark Status
"This is really the epic story."
Michael Higgins, an organizer, said that renaming the park should not come in lieu of saving a house in downtown Brooklyn that was formerly owned by abolitionists.
Developer Planning To Demolish Historic Abolitionist House In Brooklyn Says He'll Put A Museum In The Basement
His plans call for a 13-story mixed-use building with 21 residential units.