Ben Franklin Statue in Franklin Square - Syracuse. Quote on Statue: If you would not be forgotten, As soon as you are dead and rotten, Either write things worthy reading, Or do things worth the writing. (Taken with instagram)
New York State Armory, 1876 The Armory building was designed to be used as a combination social/drill center, as well as offices and depositories for arms and equipment. During times of national emergency, it was to serve as a fortress, a function expressed by its medieval-castle detailing and massing. The first two Armories (1859, 1876) were designed by local architect Horatio Nelson White. The 1876 structure was adjusted and expanded over the years to accommodate changing needs and functions. The large central section housing the Drill Hall is of steel frame construction. The Milton J. Rubenstein Museum of Science and Technology (Known as “The MOST”) moved into the Armory after Governor Mario Cuomo authorized the sale of the building to the MDA for $1. However, it was reported in the Post-Standard on 12/15/04 that the museum has suffered operating losses since at least 1994. The paper even reported the museum had been “teetering on the edge of insolvency for two years” and desperately needed $200,000 from the state to avoid shutting down. (Taken with instagram)
This building was erected in 1936 to serve this area as a train station for the New York Central Railroad. The carving on the very front above the front window depicts a locomotive and train cars coming around a bend with the suns rays beaming down from above. There are two dates in the carving, the earlier date, commemorates the founding of the original railroad that passed through Syracuse, called the Mohawk and Hudson Railroad. The second date is the date that this building was erected, that being 1936. Eventually, as train travel became less popular, this station closed down. It was eventually sold to the Greyhound Bus Company and used as a bus terminal for several years after. Then, in 1988, Greyhound relocated to the newly built Regional Transportation Center, along with AmTrak, again, leaving the building empty. Finally, in 2002, Time Warner purchased the building and spent over six million dollars to completely renovate the interior, which had fallen into a serious state of dis-repair. Now, the building houses a state of the art TV studio broadcasting a 24 hour local news channel. (Taken with instagram)
Syracuse, NY - National Grid Utilty Company located in A 77-year-old office at 300 Erie Blvd. E., officially called the Niagara Hudson Building, “is an outstanding example of Art Deco architecture and a symbol of the Age of Electricity,” officials of the state Office of Parks & Recreation said. (Taken with instagram)
Who’s up for a little fun? 5 things about me: 1) I am development engineer for computer manufacturer based in Syracuse NY. —- 2) Anthropomorphism is fun, rocks/trees/birds/clouds, everything is more interesting with human characteristics —- 3) I love watching UFO shows, I don’t necessarily believe it all but it entertains me a lot 4) I love gin and tonics 5) I have a green thumb and have way too many plants in my house. (Taken with instagram)
Oakwood Cemetery is a 160-acre (65 ha) historic cemetery located in Syracuse, New York. It was designed by Howard Daniels and built in 1859. (Taken with instagram)
Oakwood Cemetery is a 160-acre (65 ha) historic cemetery located in Syracuse, New York. It was designed by Howard Daniels and built in 1859. (Taken with instagram)
Syracuse’s “Oldest New Neighborhood”, The creation of an entirely new urban neighborhood called Franklin Square is a remarkable accomplishment and indicative of the fertile development environment that exists in the Lakefront area. Once an industrial graveyard, Franklin Square has become a charming neighborhood of restored landmarks, brick sidewalks, ornamental lighting and tree-lined streets. With over $80 million in new investments, Franklin Square has become the location of choice for Central New York employers and residents. (Taken with instagram)
