Military Park Building, NRHP contributing property in Newark, United States.
The Military Park Building is a 21-story structure in central Newark built with stone and brick using 1920s commercial design methods. Its vertical form features regularly spaced windows and solid masonry surfaces that define the building's straightforward approach to office architecture.
The structure was completed in 1926 as Newark was experiencing rapid urban development and establishing itself as a major business center. Its construction was part of a wave of tall buildings that transformed the city's skyline during that period.
The building displays 1920s commercial design with its stone and brick exterior, reflecting how Newark looked during its period of business growth. These architectural choices shaped the city center's appearance and remain visible reminders of that era.
The building sits in Newark's downtown area and is easy to reach on foot from the main business district. As a historic structure, visitors can view its original design and features from the street while the interior remains reserved for business and private use.
The building was part of a construction surge that turned Newark into a modern city in the 1920s, yet it faded from prominence as business moved elsewhere decades later. Today it stands as a visible reminder of when Newark ranked alongside other major American cities.
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