It was built in 1875 adjacent to the Erie Canal, and, at 171 feet tall, was the tallest building in Syracuse.

Its passenger elevator, the first in Syracuse, was a curiosity that drew visitors.

[3] The building's current principal tenant, in the first four floors, is Bank of America.

It was bought in 2007 by a limited liability corporation having four local principals for $1.75 million.

[3] It is located at 102 N. Salina Street, across Erie Boulevard from the Gridley Building.