The building, at 6th and Chestnut Streets across from Independence Hall, is 92% leased to foreign consulates, law firms, insurance companies, nonprofits, the Federal government and the Downtown Club, among others.
The Public Ledger Building is a neo-Georgian structure built in 1927 by legendary publisher Cyrus H. K. Curtis as his offices and residence. Curtis spared no expense in executing architect Horace Trumbauer's design, providing vaulted and decorated ceilings, wide marble hallways, elegant hand-carved moldings, and more. The building has been extensively renovated during the past 20 years and provided with updated climate controls, elevators and security systems while maintaining its design integrity.
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