Hans Winegar

Historical marker location:

Rensselaerville, New York

( Marker is at the intersection of New York State Route 85 and County Route 351, on the left when traveling south on State Route 85.)

Marker installed: 1933

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.