LANDMARKS
of New York State
Binghamton City Hall
Binghamton
Binghamton City Hall is an integral part of Binghamton's Historic District, one of many late 19th century structures located at the center of the city. Facing the Broome County Courthouse it establishes a western boundary of the courtyard and stands unique as the only building of the Beaux Arts French Renaissance Style in the city.
Original Name
Binghamton City Hall
Current Name
Grand Royale
A Clarion Collection Hotel
Location
Across from the County Courthouse
80 State Street
Binghamton
Broome County
New York
Map
Category
Government Building
Designations
National Historic Landmark
National Historic District
Placed on National Register 1973
Construction Began
1898
Architect
Raymond Francis Almirall (1869-1939)
Architectural firm of Ingle and Almirall won design competition to design the building.
Original Owner
City of Binghamton
Original Use
City Hall
Vacated in 1972 to move into new facility.
Architectural Style
Beaux Arts French Renaissance
Number of Stories
5
Foundation
Concrete
Walls
Brick, Native Sandstone
Roofing
Slate Mansards; built-up Flat Roofing
Ornate Slate Dormers
Interior
Ornate Interior with
Pictures of Former Mayors
Current Owner
Clarion Hotels
Public
Current Use
Hotel
Current Condition
Excellent
Public Access
Yes, 7 days/week