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Foshay Tower

821 Marquette Ave Ste 415
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 359-3030
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The Foshay Tower is without a doubt the most recognizable landmark in the Twin Cities and has one of the most interesting histories behind it. Plumbing magnate Wilbur Foshay built this endearing homage to the Washington Monument in 1929. However, he was not around very long to enjoy it. After he had commissioned John Philip Sousa to write a rousing march for the tower's pretentious three-day... more
Posted by wcities on April 03, 2008

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Built in 1929 at the then-astronomical cost of $25 million and modeled on the Washington Monument, the Foshay was the brainchild of plumbing magnate Wilbur Foshay, who went to prison for fraud a year after it was built. The Foshay was the city's crowning glory before the IDS Tower, and even today the opulent art deco lobby is breathtaking in its extravagance.
Posted by Citysearch on August 29, 2007

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Nearby, visit the Nicollet Mall shopping area and all the glory that is downtown Minneapolis.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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At the tower's 1929 dedication, composer John Philip Sousa directed his "Foshay Tower Washington Memorial March." This was actually another of his songs with a new title for the occasion.
Posted by Citysearch on April 21, 2009

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The first skyscraper in Minneapolis is now dwarfed by other, taller buildings, but it's still got the only observation deck in town.

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In Short Built in 1929 at the then-astronomical cost of $25 million and modeled on the Washington Monument, the Foshay was the brainchild of plumbing magnate Wilbur Foshay, who went to prison for fraud a year after it was built. The Foshay was the city's crowning glory before the IDS Tower, and even today the opulent art deco lobby is breathtaking in its extravagance.
Posted by Contributor on April 21, 2009, (Edited November 26, 2006)

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Great view -- only chance to see the city well!

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+ Great view!, Inexpensive

Cons

- Parking, Hours too short
Posted by jimtincher on April 21, 2009, (Edited July 25, 2002)

If you like observation towers yes, otherwise don't bother

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If you like observation towers (I do) its worth it. If you dont particularly care it will seem too ... more
Posted by tripadvisor user on January 11, 2007

Foshay Tower | Minneapolis-St. Paul Sights & Activities | Fodor's Online Travel Guide

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At the Foshay Tower -- Minneapoliss first skyscraper, constructed in 1929 -- the 31st-floor observation deck has spectacular views of the city. ... more
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