(WSYR-TV) — Even though we sometimes take it for granted, the technology behind air conditioning is nothing short of life saving, specially with the record heat we’ve faced the past few days.
The inventions of Dr. Willis Carrier, nick-named the “Father of Air Conditioning,” and his innovative technology are enjoyed across the world now, but part of the work that led to such a powerful impact developed right here in the Syracuse 88 years ago. Bob Searing, curator of history at the Onondaga Historical Association, joined Bridge Street with the story behind it all.
On Independence Day in 1937, Central New Yorkers got good news, and it came on the perfect day. After months of negotiations between the city of Syracuse and Dr. Willis Carrier, Carrier Corporation purchased the mammoth former H.H. Franklin Manufacturing factory complex at 300 South Geddes Street…