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Panorama of Lancaster File 921-195-572

Lancaster, PA city

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structure #738603947building

Griest Building

existing 61 m 14 floors 1925

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Architectural Height61 m
Roof Height58.5 m
Main Roof Height54.9 m
Floors14
Completion1925
Structural Formhigh-rise building
Main Usagecommercial office
Status existing
Architectural Stylebeaux-arts
Address8 North Queen Street
Smart Address2–8 North Queen Street
CityLancaster
CountryUnited States
Source: SKYDB | As of: 2026-09-15

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