The Empire State Building
The Empire State Building is a historic Art Deco skyscraper in New York City, once the tallest building in the world and remaining an iconic symbol of the city.
Completed in a remarkably short construction period during the depths of the Great Depression, this Art Deco skyscraper held the title of world's tallest building for nearly forty years.
A Rapid Depression-Era Construction
The Empire State Building was constructed in just over a year during the early years of the Great Depression, an extraordinarily rapid construction pace for a building of its scale.
Once the World's Tallest Building
The building held the record as the world's tallest building for nearly 40 years following its 1931 completion, a remarkably long-lasting record for the era.
An Art Deco Masterpiece
The building represents a significant example of Art Deco architectural style, reflecting the design aesthetic popular during the era of its construction.
An Enduring New York Symbol
The Empire State Building remains one of the most recognized symbols of New York City, frequently featured in films and popular culture as an icon of American urban achievement.
