Hall-McChesney Building
Address |
402 South Franklin Street Syracuse, NY 13202 (map) |
Area |
Armory Square |
The southwest corner of S. Franklin and Wlaton Sts. is occupied by a
large commercial bock that was built in two sections, each with a
slightly different window arrangement. The south section has a
cast-iron storefront. Brick pilasters divide its facade into five
bays. The storefront of the north section is supported by banded
masonry piers. Brick pilasters divide the facade of this section into
three bays. Ornamental brickwork and round-arched windows distinguish
the top story. A stepped roof line - a popular design feature in the
district -is ornamented with a band of dentils and unifies the block.
The building was originally used as a publishing and printing firm. A
modern sign on this building identifies it as the Butler Building.
This building is now home to a salon, boutique and restaurant, with
several floors of loft apartments above.
The Downtown Neighborhoods
Armory Square • Downtown East • Hanover Square
