The Empire State Building
The Empire State Building is a 102-story[c] Art Deco skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Designed by Shreve, Lamb & Harmon and completed in 1931, the building has a roof height of 1,250 feet (380 m) and stands
| Address 20 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA |
| Owner Empire State Realty Trust |
Basic Info
| Architect(s) Shreve, Lamb and Harmon |
| Architectural style Art Deco |
| Coordinates 40°44′54″N 73°59′8″W / 40.74833°N 73.98556°W / 40.74833; -73.98556 |
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ABOUT THE EMPIRE STATE BUILDING
There’s plenty to discover about the World’s Most Famous Building, from its rich history to its unique design. Dive deeper into what makes this New York icon a can’t-miss experience.
HISTORY
From the start of construction to modern day fame, the story of the Empire State Building is one you’ll never forget. Intended to be the world's first 100+ story building, construction of the Empire State Building began on March 17, 1930. Construction was completed in a record-breaking 1 year and 45 days.
ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Beautiful inside and out, the Empire State Building is an architectural marvel beloved across the world.
TOWER LIGHTS
Across New York City, the Empire State Building’s dazzling lights shine out for all to see. Learn how the ESB will be lit tonight and explore our calendar of upcoming lighting information.
