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Education Center

Developed in partnership with Bank Street College of Education, our Education Center provides free STEAM & Social Studies educational content to learn more about the Empire State Building.

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Special ticket price

NYC Title 1 Schools receive preferred pricing on select dates and times. Please contact sales@esbonyc.com for additional information.

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Engineering

When looking for groundbreaking engineering challenges, the Empire State Building shines as a global icon of human design. This program will teach the significance of how simple machines, laws of force, and carefully selected materials created this New York City landmark.

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Art Educations

Discover the beauty and power of the iconic Empire State Building by looking at the skyscraper’s visual impact through an artistic lens. Students will learn Visual Thinking Strategies, concepts of perspective, and how to examine photography.

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Mathematics

Students will learn about some of the large numbers that exist within the walls of the Empire State Building – from floor counts to staircases, and understand how to use these metrics in everyday problem solving.

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More Resources & Activities

Explore additional information and materials for both teachers and students, including activities to enrich your visit to the Empire State Building.

Engineering

When looking for groundbreaking engineering challenges, the Empire State Building shines as a global icon of human design. This program will teach the significance of how simple machines, laws of force, and carefully selected materials created this New York City landmark.

Art Educations

Discover the beauty and power of the iconic Empire State Building by looking at the skyscraper’s visual impact through an artistic lens. Students will learn Visual Thinking Strategies, concepts of perspective, and how to examine photography.

Mathematics

Students will learn about some of the large numbers that exist within the walls of the Empire State Building – from floor counts to staircases, and understand how to use these metrics in everyday problem solving.

More Resources & Activities

Explore additional information and materials for both teachers and students, including activities to enrich your visit to the Empire State Building.

Reviews

Watch a video of students from Bronx Urban Community Magnate visiting ESB

  • Encourages academic growth
  • Deepens engagement
  • Enhances critical thinking
  • 12 interactive exhibits
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Sustainability

The Empire State Building is one of today’s most efficient historic landmarks. It holds ENERGY STAR NextGen certification and achieved LEED v5 Platinum status, making it the first building in New York State to earn this distinction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Prohibited items include weapons, glass items, alcoholic beverages, cans and bottles, professional camera stands, sports equipment, marking instruments, musical instruments, large luggage, non-PPE costumes and masks, and outside food. There are no locker facilities for personal belongings.

For groups larger than 20, contact group sales at (212) 400-3311. For dignitary or celebrity visits, contact Brock Talbot at btalbot@esrtreit.com.

Yes. Elevators are available for strollers. Strollers must be folded on observation decks.

No. Tripods are prohibited, and there are no storage facilities onsite.