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Est. 1922

A Century Beneath the Dome

From Greenwich Savings Bank to Manhattan's landmark venue — a hundred years of grandeur and countless iconic celebrations.

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  1. Greenwich Savings Bank under construction, circa 1922
    Cornerstone laid
    1922

    A Bank Built to Last a Century

    Construction began in 1922. Built as The Greenwich Savings Bank building, this imposing new headquarters marked this institution’s progress from its modest Greenwich Village origins to a prominent midtown location.

    Of NoteArchitects Edward York and Philip Sawyer both trained in the office of McKim, Mead, and White before opening their own firm.
  2. Original banking hall under the dome, 1930s
    The Doors Open For the First Time
    1924

    A 3,000 Square Foot-Stained Glass Skylight

    Designed to outlive every banker who ever stood inside it, the Greenwich Savings Bank features Corinthian columns, granite walls, marble flooring, inscriptions, and antique attributes that symbolize wisdom and commerce.

    Of NoteWall Inscription: WASTE NEITHER TIME NOR MONEY BUT USE BOTH FOR YOUR OWN AND YOUR NEIGHBOR’S GOOD
  3. Empty marble hall with light shafts, 1980s
    A Historic Change
    1924-1981

    Revolving Banks

    Greenwich Savings Bank remained in the building until 1981. It was succeeded by several other banks such as the Metropolitan Savings Bank and Crossland Savings Bank. The last bank was an HBC Bank in the 1990's then the doors closed and the building sat vacant for a few years.

    Of NoteHistoric features have remained preserved throughout the years
  4. Artisans restoring the stained-glass dome, 1999
    A New Life
    2002

    A Second Chance

    In 2002, Gotham Hall opens its doors giving the building a new life and purpose. Hosting only one event at a time and creating a vault of special memories for guests and hosts alike.

    Of NoteTransitioning into a world-class special events venue
  5. Restored ballroom set for a black-tie gala, 2005
    Landmark Venue
    2005

    Historic Designation

    Gotham Hall's iconic building is added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.

    Of NoteEnsuring our history is preserved
  6. A modern gala beneath the stained-glass dome
    A Living Iconic Landmark
    Today

    Creating Stars on Broadway

    More than 250 events fill the calendar each year — galas, premieres, brand launches, milestone celebrations, weddings and corporate events. The dome still glows. The room still rises to meet the night. The vault of memories keeps growing.

    Of NoteGotham Hall has the ability to remain historic and iconic yet transform from one event to the next.
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