The former A&P Bakery building in downtown Scranton, now home to Pennsylvania Paper & Supply Company (Penn Paper), has been added to the National Register of Historic Places, joining the nearby Dickson Works building. The A&P Bakery building, constructed in the early 20th century, once served as a hub for the defunct Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company. It now holds cultural significance as a landmark in Scranton's industrial history.

Mary Ann Savakinus, executive director of The Lackawanna Historical Society, highlighted the importance of this area in representing Scranton's industrial past, stating, “That whole complex of buildings are significant in that it represents the industrial development of the valley.”

Doug Fink, the owner of the Penn Paper building, expressed excitement over the designation, seeing it as a step forward for the future development of the site. “It’s huge because of the potential for the site and what it can become to the city in years to come,” he said. The building, made famous in part by its appearance in the opening credits of The Office, continues to attract attention from visitors, further elevating its profile.

Fink explained that being added to the National Register was a multi-year process, essential for the building's future preservation and development. He noted, “It’s a long time coming, but it was necessary to get it to that protected status and set it up for development.”

While no immediate plans are in place, Fink suggested that the building’s conversion into downtown housing may be in the future, given the city’s housing needs. Scranton Mayor Paige Gebhardt Cognetti praised the building’s addition to the register, calling it a testament to the city’s long-standing family businesses. “It’s well deserved and it’s exciting for our city,” she said.

The Penn Paper building’s historical importance is underscored by its longevity, dating back over 100 years, and its continued relevance in both local history and pop culture. “My favorite part about the Penn Paper building is that it’s a historic business — family owned for over a century and that’s such a perfect Scranton story,” Mayor Cognetti added.