CONTACT Search Search INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES | SENIORS | EMPLOYERS | PRODUCERS | WHY US | ABOUT US HOME > ABOUT US > HISTORY The History of ManhattanLife Memorable milestones, stories of reliability, innovation, and strength. Founded in 1850, the Company’s longevity makes ManhattanLife one of the oldest and most reliable health and life insurance companies in the country. The original founders’ commitment to protect policyholders prevails to this day. Operating successfully for 171 years as an independent is a testimony to ManhattanLife’s enduring history, and an indicator of the reliability of our future. 1894 America’s First Skyscraper commissioned by ManhattanLife and built at 66 Broadway for the corporate office ManhattanLife enjoys a rich past with colorful stories that demonstrate our independent spirit, track record of innovation and unwavering commitment to fairness. We want to bring these stories to life — to share with you and for you to share. LEARN MORE Facebook Linkedin Twitter Vimeo Youtube Glassdoor RSS Google Reviews 4.4 107 reviews ABOUT US About Us Become a Producer Careers Executive Team ManhattanLife Stories Newsroom Our Brand PRODUCTS FOR Individuals & Families Seniors Employers Mortgages SOLUTIONS FOR Individuals & Families Annuities Medicare Supplement Voluntary Benefits NEED HELP Become a Producer Company Store Contact Us Have an Agent Contact Me Find a Dentist Privacy Policy © 2021 ManhattanLife HIPAA Privacy Policy ManhattanLife is the brand name for plans, products, and services provided by one or more of the subsidiaries and affiliate companies of Manhattan Life Group Inc. (“ManhattanLife Entities”). Plans, products, and services are solely and only provided by one or more ManhattanLife Entities specified on the plan, product, or service contract, not Manhattan Life Group Inc. Not all plans, products, and services are available in each state. Coverages may be underwritten by the ManhattanLife Entities which consist of The Manhattan Life Insurance Company, Family Life Insurance Company, ManhattanLife Assurance Company of America, ManhattanLife of America Insurance Company, Western United Life Assurance Company, Standard Life & Casualty Insurance Company, and Western Skies MGU. The purpose of this communication is the solicitation of insurance. Contact may be made by the companies listed or one of our agents. The information contained on this Web Site does not constitute investment advice, and is not an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy any security or any insurance product. All insurance and/or securities transactions require signed agreements between the companies of Manhattan Life Group and its customers, and the terms of those agreements are binding on the parties. No other representation, whether made in person, online, electronically, in written, graphical, or verbal communication, may alter the terms of those agreements except that your use of this Web Site constitutes your agreement to the additional Terms of Use applicable to such use. Some products may not be available in all jurisdictions. In addition, any prospectus information available on this Site is posted for informational purposes only. Learn more OK SETTINGS