Foshay Tower

(612) 359-3030

821 Marquette Ave Ste 415
Minneapolis, MN 55402 44.9751 -93.2717

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Neighborhoods: Central, Downtown West

Foshay Tower

Foshay Tower

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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.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

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

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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.

The Extras:

Nearby, visit the Nicollet Mall shopping area and all the glory that is downtown Minneapolis.

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