Editing PSFS Building (section)

=== Construction ===

The PSFS Building was completed in '''1932'''. Construction began in 1930 during the early years of the Great Depression and was completed at a cost of $8 million (approximately $180 million in today's dollars).

'''Key Dates:'''
* '''1929''' - George Howe and William Lescaze begin design work
* '''November 1930''' - Building committee approves final design
* '''1930-1932''' - Construction period
* '''1932''' - Building opens as PSFS headquarters
* '''1976''' - Designated a National Historic Landmark
* '''1992''' - Philadelphia Saving Fund Society fails; building closes
* '''1997''' - Loews Corporation purchases the building
* '''April 2000''' - Loews Philadelphia Hotel opens