Mather Tower in Chicago Illinois

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Quick Facts Construction start: 1926 Construction finish: 1928 Designed by: Herbert Hugh Riddle Cost: $2,617,040.00 Renovated: 1982-1983 by Harry Weese and Associates Type: Skyscraper Stories: 42 Maximum Height: 521 feet / 159 meters Timeline 1998: Pieces of the terra cotta facade fell off the tower. It was wrapped in mesh as a precaution. 2000: The cupola at the top of the building was declared structurally unsound, and was removed. November, 2001: The cupola was replaced at the top of the building. November 22, 2003: Tiles fell off the Mather Tower and hit two pedestrians on the street below. May, 2009: River Hotel opened inside this building. Did You Know? The original design for this building included a second idential building and a radio tower. Tennants at the top floor of this building have a great view, but only 280 square feet of space. The building was originally named after Alonzo Mather, who invented a more humane way to bring cattle to market on rail cars. (Credit; Chicago Architecture)   This object is part of "Scan The World". Scan the World is a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, through which we are creating a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks and landmarks from across the globe for the public to access for free. Scan the World is an open source, community effort, if you have interesting items around you and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to find out how you can help.Scanned : Photogrammetry (Processed using Agisoft PhotoScan)