Wanamaker Organ, Concert pipe organ at Macy's Center City, Philadelphia, USA.
The Wanamaker Organ features 28,750 pipes distributed across 464 ranks, integrated with a 7-story marble grand court in the department store.
The instrument debuted at the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair before John Wanamaker purchased it in 1909 for his Philadelphia department store.
Daily concerts at noon and 5:30 PM showcase classical music performances that combine traditional organ pieces with orchestral arrangements.
Visitors can attend free concerts Monday through Saturday, with guided tours available for exploring the organ chambers and mechanics.
The String Division contains 88 ranks of pipes constructed by W.W. Kimball Company, occupying the largest organ chamber ever built.
Location: Philadelphia
Inception: 1904
Part of: Wanamaker’s
GPS coordinates: 39.95150,-75.16220
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:54
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