American Insurance Company Building
American Insurance Company Building, Historic office skyscraper in Newark, United States.
The American Insurance Company Building rises 16 stories high with tan brick and limestone exterior walls at Washington Street in Newark.
Built in 1930 by architects John H. and Wilson C. Ely, this structure served as the headquarters for the American Insurance Company until 1963.
The building stands as part of the James Street Commons Historic District, alongside the Newark Museum and Newark Public Library.
The structure contains nine elevators and has been transformed into student dormitories with event spaces following a 71 million dollar renovation.
The building features a great hall with 20-foot-high ceilings and 15-foot windows, plus a dedicated penthouse for the university chancellor.
Location: Newark
Inception: 1930
Architects: John H. & Wilson C. Ely
Floors above the ground: 16
Elevators: 9
Part of: James Street Commons Historic District
GPS coordinates: 40.74460,-74.17070
Latest update: March 17, 2025 08:46
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