Empire State Plaza

The Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller Empire State Plaza is a unique architectural masterpiece which houses 11,000 New York employees in a complex of ten buildings. The Plaza offers a world-class modern art collection, New York State’s Museum, Library and Archives, a distinctive performing arts center, convention center and more. It serves as a monument to the diversity and significance of New York, and also as a testament to Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller, whose determination and vision brought about its creation.

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Speaker Series Marks 50th Anniversary Of Empire State Plaza.

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Speaker Series Marks 50th Anniversary Of Empire State Plaza.

"The first lecture in the Wednesday evening series at The Egg Center for the Performing Arts is on Sept. 16. It will feature the clash between Albany Mayor Erastus Corning and Gov. Nelson Rockefeller over the state’s plans to raze 98 acres in the heart of the city to build the sprawling marble complex."

"On the same day, a Plaza at 50 Festival will feature a full day of food and live entertainment ending with a fireworks display."