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NYC Industrial Ruins

Over the last 20 years, we have made a point of exploring every abandoned factory, warehouse and industrial related location within NYC. Here is a sampling of some of these locations, including photos and in depth histories (where possible).

What can 72 abandoned buildings tell us about NYC


Recently, our google map of abandoned buildings around NYC has reached 75 locations. There is a lot to be learned from what eventually became of these properties.



The Abandoned Moore McCormack’s Brooklyn Pier


This summer, the abandoned remains of Moore McCormack’s Brooklyn facility are being wiped off the face of the planet.



Panasonic / Bergdorf Goodman Abandoned Warehouse


One more of LIC’s abandoned warehouse relics is not long for this earth.



Rare walk-through video of the abandoned Todd Shipyard


Here is something from deep in the LTV archives, a very rare walk-through of the Todd Shipyard, during the short time between it’s abandonment and redevelopment into an Ikea store. For a whole lot more on the history of this shipyard, check out this 10 year old post we did on it.



Rooftop Views from 43-10 23rd street, LIC. “7 line factory”


Located in the center of the 7 line route through L.I.C., this old factory rooftop offers surprising views of the neighborhood.



Eppens-Smith Coffee Factory Rooftop


Eppen-Smith building to the right LIC’s forgotten coffee factory.



Review Storage, Former Owens-Illinois LIC Property


On a property once owned by Owens-Illinois, another not-so-sorely-needed tall self storage facility takes its shape.