W.W. Griest Building 8 North Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603
About the Business
Located at 8 North Queen Street in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the W.W. Griest Building is a historic institution that has been a symbol of architectural and cultural significance since 1925. Named after William Walton Griest, a prominent figure in early 20th-century politics, and designed by the renowned architect Cassius Emlen Urban, this building showcases unique motifs and intricate details that reflect the design trends of the early 1900s.
With its elaborate cornices, large pillars, and vertical columns, the W.W. Griest Building stands out as a signature downtown location in Lancaster. Originally serving as a testament to Griest's contributions to the community, the building now houses a variety of businesses and offices, thanks to its current owner, Ecklin Development.
Since acquiring the building in 1995, Ecklin Development has been dedicated to revitalizing downtown destinations and providing affordable, contemporary, and uniquely designed residential and commercial spaces to Lancaster's growing community. For more information, contact 1-717-392-1771.
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8 N Queen St, Lancaster, PA 17603, United States
Reviews
"I had breakfast with my daughter, it was awesome! Great food, great prices."
"My name is Diane "Griest" Hughes. I believe I am related to W.W. Griest. I rode by this building today and saw my name so I looked it up. It's a beautiful building."
"We stayed on the ground floor during first Friday, there was a group of guys doing break dancing on a mat that they brought with them, they were really good & cool to watch."
"One of the most iconic buildings in the landscape of downtown Lancaster, the W.W. Griest Building is an example of the transformational architecture that ensures visitors feel enveloped in the heart of the small towns that make Pennsylvania, and the United States more widely, feel charming and magical. Constructed between 1924 and 1925, the building was designed by C. Emlen Urban in the Italian Renaissance Revival style out of steel, limestone, terracotta, and granite. Registered on the National Register of Historic Places on 25 June 1995, the building currently hosts a variety of office spaces for downtown businesses. Standing as the second-tallest building in Lancaster, the W.W. Griest Building towers over Penn Square and is an unmissable opportunity to appreciate local history."
"Not our most famous building, but great architectural landmark worth checking out - helps that it is right by central market and the tourist center as well"
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