Erastus Corning Tower, Government skyscraper in Albany, United States
The Erastus Corning Tower reaches 589 feet with 42 floors, featuring Vermont Pearl marble siding and glass panels across its exterior structure.
The tower, completed in 1966 as part of the Empire State Plaza, received its name in 1983 to honor Albany Mayor Erastus Corning who served for 41 years.
The structure houses significant New York State departments, reflecting the governmental and administrative functions central to Albany's identity as the state capital.
Visitors can access the observation deck during business hours to view the Hudson Valley, Adirondack Mountains, and Berkshire Mountains of Massachusetts.
The building contains 5,920 window panes and utilizes a specialized platform system on its roof for maintenance and cleaning operations.
Location: New York
Inception: 1966
Architects: Wallace Harrison
Floors above the ground: 42
Website: https://empirestateplaza.ny.gov/corning-tower-observation-deck
Website: https://empirestateplaza.ny.gov/corning-tower-observation-deck
GPS coordinates: 42.64989,-73.75856
Latest update: May 12, 2025 07:34
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