I was one of the artist that had an art studio there. The artists and the businesses that were in there, were all evicted. We had to get out within 30 days so that they can make them into luxury apartments. I was curious what they did. It’s nice that they kept the wood floor, freight elevator, and the scales. Their large bathrooms used to have A bank of showers in them, which was really cool. In the basement they had a plating company and antique car parts- any part you needed, the gentleman probably had it. There was even a Business that had precious metals. All phase electric company was there too. Thanks for the video, FRANK. I look forward to your recordings.
Great video! They should refurbish or remove the water tower on the roof. Would make the place look much nicer. Preferably refurbish/paint to original.
My dad was an accountant in the 50s and 60s for Ansco. I remember he took me to work one evening he was going to catch up on some work and I got to play with a adding machine for a half an hour or so. And of course the best part of working for Ansco was you got to go to Ansco Lake. I’ve lived in Los Angeles since the 1960s but I still miss Binghamton.
Love all your videos of Binghamton!! Read an article yesterday about the poorest city in each state, and was shocked to see Binghamton, listed as New York's poorest city 😢. Last visted the are in 2017.
I worked for Jerry Glowa in that building for 14 years. We were up on the third floor in the rear until the renovations were completed and we moved down to the first.
@@fgpalm - It's heartbreaking to see major parts of our history, identity, legacy and daily lives growing up, be destroyed with a wrecking ball. At least if they could be repurposed, like Ansco, they are still among us and future generations. I'm proud of the fact our communities were a big part of the growth of our nation and mankind, in general and technically. Remember the old sign as you entered Binghamton off 81 - "YOU CAN'T SPELL BINGHAMTON WITHOUT IBM". Thanks Frank, we appreciate your caring too.
I was one of the artist that had an art studio there. The artists and the businesses that were in there, were all evicted. We had to get out within 30 days so that they can make them into luxury apartments. I was curious what they did. It’s nice that they kept the wood floor, freight elevator, and the scales. Their large bathrooms used to have A bank of showers in them, which was really cool. In the basement they had a plating company and antique car parts- any part you needed, the gentleman probably had it. There was even a Business that had precious metals. All phase electric company was there too. Thanks for the video, FRANK. I look forward to your recordings.
I’m sorry you were evicted. It seems like a great space for artists. And unfortunate that they didn’t retain affordable artist working/living spaces.
Great video! They should refurbish or remove the water tower on the roof. Would make the place look much nicer. Preferably refurbish/paint to original.
My dad was an accountant in the 50s and 60s for Ansco. I remember he took me to work one evening he was going to catch up on some work and I got to play with a adding machine for a half an hour or so. And of course the best part of working for Ansco was you got to go to Ansco Lake. I’ve lived in Los Angeles since the 1960s but I still miss Binghamton.
I had no idea this was an apartment complex. I always thought this was a camera factory.
Love all your videos of Binghamton!!
Read an article yesterday about the poorest city in each state, and was shocked to see Binghamton, listed as New York's poorest city 😢. Last visted the are in 2017.
Thanks Frank, I enjoyed watching this video where someone repurposed an older building instead of scraping it and building all new.
I worked for Jerry Glowa in that building for 14 years. We were up on the third floor in the rear until the renovations were completed and we moved down to the first.
My mother worked for Glowa for 22 years until the 2008 depression .
@@BrettEld15 I would have known your mother. What was her first name?
@@playwithmeinsecondlife6129 Paula
Great video.
my Dad worked there
I wish you could've shown one of the rooms. Glad they didn't tear it down. Wish the IBM buildings could stay up and be repurposed too. Thanks Frank
Yes we need more housing
@@fgpalm - It's heartbreaking to see major parts of our history, identity, legacy and daily lives growing up, be destroyed with a wrecking ball. At least if they could be repurposed, like Ansco, they are still among us and future generations. I'm proud of the fact our communities were a big part of the growth of our nation and mankind, in general and technically. Remember the old sign as you entered Binghamton off 81 - "YOU CAN'T SPELL BINGHAMTON WITHOUT IBM". Thanks Frank, we appreciate your caring too.
Nice video.I wonder how much the rent is.
I hear its less then 50 front? Idk
The cheapest, 500 sq ft, is $1,095/month.
Maybe Ansco can make the successor to the little Sony Cam I've got
I think Ansco last product was in the 70’s
My Uncle Gene worked there.