Hersch Tower, Art Deco building in Elizabeth, US
The Hersch Tower rises 42.67 meters into the Elizabeth skyline with 14 floors of brick, marble, and nickel architectural elements.
Built in 1931 during the Great Depression, businessman Louis Hersh invested $1,750,000 to construct this architectural landmark in downtown Elizabeth.
The building represents the collaboration between architects Nathan Myers and Joseph Shanley, who incorporated modern design elements into the structure.
The tower includes two elevators serving all floors, with recent renovations transforming upper levels into residential units while maintaining commercial space at ground level.
The building featured an internal emergency slide system for rapid evacuation, making it one of only two structures in the United States with this safety feature.
Location: Elizabeth
Inception: 1931
Architectural style: Art Deco
Floors above the ground: 14
Elevators: 2
Height: 42.67 m
Part of: Mid-Town Historic District
GPS coordinates: 40.66621,-74.21470
Latest update: March 10, 2025 16:20
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