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What People Are Saying About Foshay Tower
The Editor
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Citysearch
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.
07/26/02
Fun!
by jimtincher
Great view -- only chance to see the city well!
- Pros: Great view!, Inexpensive
- Cons: Parking, Hours too short
The Details on Foshay Tower
Know Before You Go:
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.
The Extras:
Nearby, visit the Nicollet Mall shopping area and all the glory that is downtown Minneapolis.
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