Tag: The Wild and Dark History of the Empire State Building

'The Wild and Dark History of the Empire State Building, One of New York City’s Most Recognized Landmarks, and Known for its Record-Breaking Height

Upon completion of the building in 1931 at a cost of $40,948,900, it surpassed its competitors and became the tallest structure in New York. The building has had more than 30 suicide attempts. The first one occurred when a laid-off worker threw himself down an open elevator shaft while the building was still under construction.