First Federal Plaza

First Federal Plaza is an office tower with 21 stories topped by a distinctive circular structure that shapes Rochester's business district skyline. The building provides office space with multiple elevators and ground-floor retail shops.

Construction of this office building began in 1974 and was completed in 1976, designed by architects Corgan, Balestiere, and Leaper. The project represented a major investment in Rochester's business district infrastructure.

The tower houses broadcast studios for several radio stations that serve the Rochester metropolitan area from within its walls.

The building sits in a central location with good street access and nearby public transit options. Visitors can explore ground-floor retail and dining options while enjoying views of the surrounding downtown area.

The top floor once housed a revolving restaurant called Changing Scene that offered panoramic city views to diners. After it closed in 1990, the space was converted to standard office rooms.

Location: Rochester

Inception: 1976

Official opening: June 1976

Floors above the ground: 21

Elevators: 6

GPS coordinates: 43.15650,-77.61160

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:50