Empire State Building
The Empire State Building is a 102-story Art Deco skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, New York City.
The Empire State Building is a 102-story Art Deco skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan, New York City. Completed in 1931, it became one of the world’s most famous landmarks and served as the world’s tallest building for 41 years. It remains a major office tower and tourist attraction with observation decks.
History
The Empire State Building was constructed between 1930 and 1931 during the Great Depression and opened in 1931. Sources describe the project as a rapid build completed in roughly one year and 45 days.
Architecture
The skyscraper is a prominent example of Art Deco design. It was planned as a steel-framed office tower and remains one of the best-known examples of early 20th-century skyscraper architecture.
Height and records
The building’s roof height is 1,250 feet, while its total height including the antenna is 1,454 feet. It was the tallest building in the world for about 41 years before being surpassed by the World Trade Center.
Cultural significance
The Empire State Building is one of New York City’s most recognisable landmarks and has appeared in many films and television productions. Its visibility and observation decks have made it a major tourist destination. The building is a major North American landmark and a frequent reference point in Canadian media, travel, and popular culture; Canadian visitors to New York City often include it as a major sightseeing destination.
Key facts
- Construction took about one year and 45 days, with completion in 1931.
- The building was designed in the Art Deco style by Shreve, Lamb & Harmon.
- It stood as the world’s tallest building until it was surpassed by the North Tower of the World Trade Center in 1970/1971.
- The building is located on Fifth Avenue between West 33rd and 34th Streets in Manhattan.
- The Empire State Building is widely recognized for its observation decks and frequent appearances in film and television.
The Empire State Building is a major North American landmark and a frequent reference point in Canadian media, travel, and popular culture. Canadian visitors to New York City often include it as a major sightseeing destination.
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References
- Empire State Building — https://www.esbnyc.com/about/facts-figuresSupports: Official facts on height and building statistics.
- CNN — https://www.cnn.com/us/empire-state-building-fast-factsSupports: Location, floor count, height, and construction timeline.
- Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/topic/Empire-State-BuildingSupports: Architects, style, location, completion date, and historical significance.
- PBS — https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/buildingbig/wonder/structure/empire_state.htmlSupports: Completion date, height, materials, and historical record as tallest building.
- History — https://www.history.com/articles/10-surprising-facts-about-the-empire-state-buildingSupports: Opening date and height at dedication.
- Kiddle — https://kids.kiddle.co/Empire_State_BuildingSupports: Named after New York's nickname and general landmark facts.