may 1, 1931 - Empire State Building Opens
Description:
On March 17, construction of the Empire State Building begins. Under the direction of architects Shreve, Lamb & Harmon Associates, the framework rises 4 ½ stories per week. 1931: On May 1, President Hoover presses a button in Washington, D.C. officially opening and turning on the Empire State Building's lights.Added to timeline:
Date:
may 1, 1931
Now
~ 95 years ago