James R. Thompson Center - Chicago, Illinois
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Hikenutty
N 41° 53.177 W 087° 37.853
16T E 447658 N 4637342
The James R. Thompson Center was designed by famous architect Helmut Jahn in the post modern style. Tours are available featuring the building and its art.
Waymark Code: WM208C
Location: Illinois, United States
Date Posted: 08/13/2007
Views: 62
The James R. Thompson Center is a large post-modern steel and glass building designed by the famous architect, Helmut Jahn. It houses the State of Illinois government offices as well as three stories of restaurants and retail businesses.
The core of the building is a magnificent atrium that is amazing when viewed from above. Unfortunately I was not allowed to take any photos from the upper portion of the building.
In the plaza fronting the building can be found the sculpture "Monument with Standing Beast" by famous artist, Jean Dubuffet. The piece can be walked around, and through and was one of my 13 year old son's favorite pieces of art that we saw while in the city.
Tours are available by contacting (312)814-6664.
The "Official Tourism" URL link to the attraction: [Web Link]
Hours of Operation:
Monday to Friday: 9-5
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Admission Prices:
Free
Approximate amount of time needed to fully experience the attraction: Less than 15 minutes
Transportation options to the attraction: Personal Vehicle or Public Transportation
The attraction’s own URL: Not listed
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