Chicago Sights

Water Tower

#126 of 830 things to do in Chicago

#172 of 1211 things to do in Great Lakes

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  • Address
    • 806 N Michigan Ave
  • Transport
    • Red Line to Chicago

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Lonely Planet review for Water Tower

Believe it or not, the 154ft Water Tower, a city icon and focal point of the Mag Mile, once dwarfed all the surrounding buildings. Built in 1869, the Water Tower and its associated building, the Pumping Station (aka the Water Works ) across the street, were constructed with local yellow limestone in a Gothic style popular at the time. This stone construction and lack of flammable interiors saved them in 1871, when the Great Chicago Fire roared through town; they’re the only downtown buildings that survived.

 

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