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About AT&T Building
The AT&T Building, now known as 550 Madison Avenue, is a landmarked office skyscraper in Midtown Manhattan. Completed in 1984 and designed by renowned architects Philip Johnson and John Burgee, the building is celebrated for its pink granite façade and distinctive arched crown. While not a concert or theater venue, 550 Madison Avenue houses flexible office spaces and a newly repositioned public environment, including the popular 550 Garden (POPS) opened in 2022. Public access to lobby areas and designed spaces is complemented by nearby amenities and easy transit options for visitors and professionals alike.
Visitors and guests can appreciate the building’s architectural significance, recent lobby renovations (2019–2022), and the landmark status designated by the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission in 2018. For those planning a visit to Midtown Manhattan, this page provides practical details on parking, transportation, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to streamline your trip.
Public spaces like 550 Garden offer a pedestrian-friendly retreat with artful design and thoughtful landscaping. The building sits at 550 Madison Avenue, steps from Madison Avenue’s bustling cross-streets and a short ride from major transit hubs. When visiting, consider secure, convenient access to nearby hotels such as The St. Regis New York, Lotte New York Palace, and Omni Berkshire Place for comfortable stays near the action. As always, we’ve got you covered with reliable guidance on how to reach, park, and enjoy the area’s dining options without the hassle.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 550 Madison Avenue, New York, NY 10022
- Venue type: office skyscraper (not a concert/theatre venue; no seating chart or ticket capacity)
- Original purpose/history: AT&T Headquarters; completed 1984; later housed Sony; currently owned by The Olayan Group and renamed 550 Madison Avenue
- Architects: Philip Johnson and John Burgee
- Notable exterior: pink granite façade with a distinctive arched crown; landmarked exterior
- Notable interior/renovations: major lobby redesign and annex changes as part of a 2019–2022 repositioning
- Public space: 550 Garden (POPS) opened in 2022, designed by Snøhetta; hours typically 7am–11pm; publicly accessible
- Landmark status: designated as an individual NYC landmark by the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission in 2018
- Nearby hotels (for visitors): The St. Regis New York (2 East 55th St) across Madison Ave, Lotte New York Palace (455 Madison Ave), and Omni Berkshire Place (21 East 52nd St)