IDS Center, Glass skyscraper in downtown Minneapolis, United States.
The IDS Center is an office tower with 57 floors in downtown Minneapolis, United States. The glass facade reaches 792 feet in height and makes it the tallest building in Minnesota.
The tower opened in 1972 as headquarters for Investors Diversified Services. It replaced the Foshay Tower, which had been the tallest building in the city for over four decades.
The Crystal Court on the ground floor serves as a public meeting point with trees and shops. From there, bridges lead into the skyway network that guides pedestrians through downtown.
The building holds offices, shops, restaurants, and a hotel. Access is usually through the Crystal Court, which can be entered freely during business hours.
Antennas on the roof extend the total height to 910 feet (277 m). They serve local radio stations as backup transmission points during outages.
Location: Minneapolis
Inception: 1972
Architects: Philip Johnson
Official opening: 1972
Floors above the ground: 57
Address: 80 8th Street South, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Website: http://ids-center.com
GPS coordinates: 44.97600,-93.27240
Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:05
Philip Johnson designed buildings that brought together modernism and classical references, shaping how architecture developed through the 20th century. His work includes glass pavilions, office towers, public spaces, and cultural institutions. His designs show an interest in clean lines, reflective...
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