Typecasting 0 ▲ Old Structures Engineering 47 minutes ago · History · hide There’s a reason that abandoned hospitals have been the setting for so much horror fiction. That’s the Seaman’s Retreat on Staten Island, built in the 1830s. Commenting on Bubbles has been removed. Why? If you want to talk about this post, write to the author, use the comments on their blog if it has them, or reply with a "RE:" post on your own blog. Suggestions? feedback@bubbles.town