Louis J. Lefkowitz Building

The Louis J. Lefkowitz State Office Building, located in Manhattan's Civic Center, is a historic site originally opened in 1930 and named after New York's longest-serving Attorney General in 1984. Once housing various state departments, it now serves as the Manhattan Marriage Bureau, attracting couples, including many LGBTQ pairs, since the legalization of same-sex marriage in 2011. The building's ornate lobby has become a popular wedding venue, competing with destinations like Las Vegas. However, plans for renovation or demolition to expand local jails have sparked controversy, with preservationists advocating for its historical significance.