A Legacy of Innovation
Originally opened in 1909 as the Queens Boulevard Factory for the Packard Motor Company, the Packard Motor Building stands as a landmark of industrial architecture. Designed by Albert Kahn, the building was the first to use cast concrete construction with mushroom column design, an innovation that created the expansive open interiors that continue to define the space today.
Now, more than a century later, the Packard Building has taken on a new purpose as it becomes Crozier’s new global hub, preserving its place in New York’s industrial history while supporting the future of art storage, stewardship, and logistics.
"This flagship facility represents a defining moment for Crozier. By housing our global operations within this landmark space, we are merging a century of industrial heritage with the future of preservation technology. Backed by the unmatched resources of Iron Mountain, our 30-year commitment here is more than an investment, it is a promise of permanence and excellence to the clients who entrust us with their legacy."— James Hendy, Senior Vice President and General
Unrivaled Facility Features
Designed to handle the world’s most sophisticated collections, our new headquarters offers unparalleled scale and logistical efficiency such as:
- 153,000 Sq Ft of Specialized Capacity: This expansive footprint provides a range of flexible storage solutions alongside private client suites and bespoke consultation spaces. The facility also features museum-grade viewing rooms with Barrisol lighting designed specifically for the secure and intimate inspection of high-value works.
- Optimized Logistics: Our streamlined loading operations include multiple covered oversized loading docks and a gated, high-security truck yard capable of accommodating full-size tractor-trailers. A highly secured environment for both assets and guests with secure on-site parking and rigorous access controls throughout the building’s interior.
- Heavy-Duty Infrastructure: The site is equipped with high-capacity, over-sized freight elevators, specifically designed for the safe and efficient movement of monumental sculptures and large-scale crates.
- Superior Climate Control: Outfitted with a state-of-the-art HVAC system to maintain precise temperature and humidity requirements.
At the Heart of the Long Island City Art Community
Known as the "Pride of Queens", LIC has become a vital center of New York’s cultural and creative economy and one of New York City’s fastest-growing submarkets, surrounded by world-class galleries, cultural institutions, and a vibrant professional community.
The move to the Packard Building deepens Crozier’s long-standing commitment to LIC, providing our clients with a sophisticated, secure, and historically significant home for their most valued assets
