William R. Snodgrass Tennessee Tower, Government skyscraper in Nashville, United States
The Tennessee Tower rises 138 meters into Nashville's skyline with 31 floors characterized by clean lines and glass-clad surfaces of International Style architecture.
Built in 1970 by architectural firm Skidmore Owings Merrill, the structure initially served as the National Life Center until Tennessee state acquired it in 1994.
The building represents Nashville's modernization period during the 1970s and stands as a symbol of Tennessee's governmental presence in the state capital.
Located at 312 Rosa L Parks Avenue, the Tennessee Tower houses more than 1000 state employees who previously worked across multiple scattered office locations.
The building's windows once displayed illuminated messages visible throughout downtown Nashville, including a notable 'Peace' message shown in December 2007.
Location: Tennessee
Inception: 1970
Architects: Skidmore, Owings & Merrill
Architectural style: International Style
Floors above the ground: 31
Height: 138 m
GPS coordinates: 36.16390,-86.78490
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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