Delmar

Historical marker location:

393 Delaware Ave., Delmar, New York

( Marker is at the intersection of Delaware Ave. (New York State Route 443) and Adams Street, on the right when traveling west on Delaware Ave..)

Marker installed: 1932

The Empire State Building, which was completed in 1931, was built during the Great Depression and was funded entirely by private investors. At the time of its completion, it was the tallest building in the world.