An Additional Five Top Buildings in St. Louis
Maybe you’ve already been to the top 5 buildings in St. Louis, like the Old Post Office the Arch, and the Old Courthouse. Well you certainly aren’t done yet! There are 5 more stunning buildings in St. Louis that you must see.
1. The Milles Fountain, St. Louis
This fountain is located on 20th street between Chestnut and Market. It is a site that you just can’t miss when on a visit in St. Louis. The sculptor of the Milles Fountain was Carl Milles. It was constructed in 1949.
This enthralling fountain monument is located across from Union Station. It is considered to be symbolic of the Mississippi reaching out to the Missouri. A large number of bronze figures cavort in contented bliss inside the waters. You will find that many people like to hang around the spectacular fountain during the day.
2. St. Louis Union Station
If you’re already at the fountain, it’s 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, St. Louis
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. It’s known as the Taj Mahal of the cemetery.
4. St. Louis Public Library, St. Louis
The St. Louis Public Library is located on Olive Street between 13 and 14th streets. It was designed by Architect Cass Gilbert. He also designed the Supreme Court building in Washington. The library building is a perfect example of the academic tradition of Paris. It is also a great example of historic buildings located in St. Louis.
5. The Spanish Mission Revival Building, St. Louis
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.