A landmark neo-classical office tower in the heart of Lower Manhattan's Financial District — approaching its 100th year.
65 Broadway was constructed between 1916 and 1917 to serve as the headquarters of the American Express Company, one of the most recognizable names in American commerce.
Designed by architect James L. Aspinwall of the firm Renwick, Aspinwall & Tucker — successors to the celebrated architect James Renwick Jr. — the tower rose on one of the most prestigious addresses in Lower Manhattan, steps from Wall Street and Bowling Green.
American Express occupied the building for decades, and over the years 65 Broadway was also home to other notable institutions of the financial district, including the banking house J. & W. Seligman & Co. and the American Bureau of Shipping.
More than a century after it opened its doors, the building remains a working Class A office tower and an enduring piece of New York's commercial heritage.
65 Broadway is a refined example of early-20th-century neo-classical commercial design.
The tower is laid out on an H-shaped plan, with two central light courts that bring daylight deep into the floor plates — an elegant solution to the challenge of illuminating a large office building before the age of fluorescent lighting.
Its façade is distinguished by a stately Corinthian colonnade and classical detailing in stone, crowned by the eagle insignia associated with the American Express Company. The composition projects the permanence and prestige expected of a great financial-district headquarters.
The result is a building that reads as dignified and timeless, as much a monument as a workplace.
In 1995, 65 Broadway was granted official New York City landmark status, protecting its architectural character for future generations.
Landmark designation recognizes the building's historical and architectural significance and places it among the protected treasures of Lower Manhattan — a distinction shared by only a select group of the city's commercial buildings.
A professionally managed Class A commercial office tower in Lower Manhattan.
Recognized for sustainable, energy-conscious building operations.
A dedicated on-site management office supports the building and its tenants.
A staffed lobby with building security and access control.
Passenger elevator service throughout the 21-story tower.
HVAC, electrical and telecommunications infrastructure serving commercial tenants.
65 Broadway sits at the center of Lower Manhattan, surrounded by the landmarks that define the world's most famous financial district.
Within a short walk are Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange, Bowling Green, Battery Park, the Charging Bull, and the ferry terminals serving Staten Island and the harbor. The neighborhood blends historic architecture with a dense concentration of business, dining, and transit.
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65 Broadway is home to a wide mix of organizations — law firms, medical and fertility practices, financial and consulting firms, schools, and more. Use the directory below to find a business and get directions.
Compiled from public business directories. Listings may include past tenants; please confirm current occupancy before visiting.