Lumber Exchange Building
Lumber Exchange Building, Historic skyscraper in downtown Minneapolis, United States
The Lumber Exchange Building rises twelve stories high with pink Kasota stone walls and features rounded arches along its Hennepin Avenue facade.
Built in 1885 as Minneapolis's first skyscraper, the structure incorporated advanced fireproof construction methods using terra cotta sheathing and slow-burn techniques.
The building symbolizes Minneapolis's economic transformation, housing lumber industry offices during the city's period of rapid growth in the 1880s.
Located at the intersection of Fifth Street and Hennepin Avenue, the building contains office spaces, event venues, and maintains its original brass revolving door.
A 60-foot swimming pool existed in the basement club area where lumber executives conducted business meetings during the building's early years.
Location: Minneapolis
Architects: Long and Kees
GPS coordinates: 44.97993,-93.27167
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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