Bicentennial Tower, Observation tower in Erie, United States
The Bicentennial Tower reaches a height of 187 feet and features two observation decks offering views of Lake Erie and Presque Isle State Park.
The construction project began in December 1995 and concluded in October 1996, marking the 200th anniversary of the City of Erie.
A time capsule containing items from 1996 rests at the base of the tower, scheduled for opening in 2095 to share Erie's heritage.
Visitors can access the upper observation deck through an elevator or by climbing 210 stairs from the lower observation platform.
The tower's base includes personalized bricks engraved with names and messages from financial contributors to community projects.
Inception: 1996
Official opening: October 1996
Elevators: 1
GPS coordinates: 42.13889,-80.09167
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:42
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