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The Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza (known commonly as the Empire State Plaza, and also as the South Mall) is a complex of several state government buildings in downtown Albany, New York. The complex was built between 1965 and 1976 at an estimated total cost of $2 billion.
- 1965
- 6-story platform; 44-story tower
Empire State Plaza. Back to Previous. Empire State Plaza Albany, NY 12242. Downtown Area. Phone: (518) 474-2418. Visit Website. Send Email. 1. Overview. Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza - one of the most spectacular capital centers in the country.
- Empire State Plaza, Albany, 12242
- (518) 474-2418
- General Information. Hours: Concourse: Open 6am-11pm Daily. Outdoor Plaza: Open 6am-11pm Daily from April - November; Closed December 1 - March 31 except for the Plaza Ice Rink.
- Take a Tour of the Empire State Plaza. Looking for something fun to do in the Capital City? Spend the day exploring the Plaza! Head to the Empire State Plaza Visitor Center in the North Concourse and learn the history of the Plaza and former Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller.
- Step Inside the New York State Capitol. Enjoy a tour of the New York State Capitol in Albany. This building has served as the seat of government for New York since the 1880s.
- Visit the Plaza Art Collection. Discover 92 paintings, tapestries, and sculptures located in the ESP concourse, buildings, and outdoor areas. Said to be "the most important State collection of modern art in the country" by Glenn D. Lowry (Director at the Museum of Modern Art), the Plaza Art Collection is definitely worth seeing!
One of New York’s greatest art treasures, the collection is a remarkable example of American Modern Art.
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From I-787: The Empire State Plaza Exit ramp leads directly to the underground Visitor’s Parking Lot on the right as you drive beneath the Plaza. From downtown Albany: Use Grand Street (via Madison Avenue) or Market Street (via South Pearl Street).
Apr 17, 2018 · The Empire State Plaza is the seat of government operations for New York State - it occupies 98 acres of land, with 11,000 employees in 10 buildings. The buildings are set around three beautiful reflecting pools, accented by fountains in the summer.