Five More Top Buildings In St. Louis

Perhaps youve already been to the top 5 buildings in St. Louis, like the Arch, the Old Post Office, and the Old Courthouse. Well you arent done yet, because there are 5 more stunning buildings in St. Louis that you have to see to believe.

1. Milles Fountain


Located on 20th street between Market and Chestnut, the Milles Fountain is a sight that you simply cant miss when youre in St. Louis. The sculptor of this wonderful fountain is Carl Milles, and it was constructed in 1949. This delightful fountain sculpture sits across from Union Station, and is symbolic of the Mississippi reaching out to the Missouri. Multitudes of bronze figures cavort in happy bliss inside the waters, and people like to hang around the stunning fountain during the day.

2. St. Louis Union Station

If youre already at the fountain, its an easy step across the way to St. Louis Union Station, located on Market Street between 18th and 20th streets. The architect on the Station was Theodore Link, and it was built in 1894. It is done in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, with touches of French Renaissance.

3. Wainwright Tomb in Bellefontaine Cemetery

Located at 4947 W. Florissant Blvd, architect Louis Sullivan was the architect of this stunning tomb, sitting within the historic Bellefontaine Cemetery. Sullivan also completed the downtown Wainwright building, and the tomb was commissioned by Ellis Wainwright, for his young wife. Its known as the Taj Mahal of the cemetery.

4. St. Louis Public Library

The St. Louis Public Library is located on Olive Street between 13 and 14th streets. Architect Cass Gilbert designed the Supreme Court building in Washington, and the building stands as a perfect example of the academic tradition of Paris.

5. Spanish Mission Revival Building

This is a personal favorite of mine, built by Thomas P. Barnett in the famous Spanish Mission Revival style with touches of Art Deco Influence, the building sits in Grand Center, and is one of the most unique buildings in the neighborhoods of St. Louis. Thomas P. Barnett was the son of famous architect George Barnett, and this building shows that elegance, style, and talent do run in the genes.

By: Mark Bradley143

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Mark Bradley is a real estate historian and investor. Specializing in renovating historic architecture. For a 15 page historic report on Marks Spanish Mission Building at 3207 Washington Ave St Louis Mo 63103 go to www.3207washington.com