Historical Marker
Owego Riverwalk
Historical marker location:
Owego, New York
( Marker is at the intersection of Front Street (New York State Route 17C) and Church Street, on the left when traveling west on Front Street.)
Welcome to Owego, New York.
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.