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    Ray L.
    "... like the Parthenon, Taj Mahal, Great Wall, etc."(3 Tips)
    Toria L.
    "Great set of stones here."(2 Tips)
    Andre A.
    "find the gargoyle above the main entrance that is picking its nose."(3 Tips)
    James J.
    "foreign correspondents"(2 Tips)
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  • Social N.
    There are bricks from historical sites built into the exterior of the building, ranging from the Taj Mahal to the Alamo. Many were brought by Chicago Tribune correspondents. A must see.
  • Ray L.
    Ray LinJuly 22, 2014
    Fun fact: embedded on the exterior of the building are over a hundred stones from historical locations like the Parthenon, Taj Mahal, Great Wall, etc.
  • HISTORY
    HISTORYAugust 21, 2012
    Completed in 1925, this 40-story skyscraper is the home of The Chicago Tribune, which printed its first edition in 1847 in a one-room plant.
  • Zach S.heart icon on user image
    Zach Solomon-BeloinJune 27, 2016
    Even as a Chicago resident, it never gets old looking up. Truly unique building architecture.
  • Amy G.heart icon on user image
    Amy GuthOctober 2, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    The balcony on the 22nd floor is still one of the best views in the city, if you ask me. Second favorite spot in the Tower? The bank of windows on the 5th floor overlooking the newsroom below.
  • Explore Chicago
    Explore ChicagoJune 6, 2011
    Did you know? A piece of the Berlin wall is one of the many special stones embedded in the wall of the Tribune Tower. Head to the Western Brown Line 'L' stop to see another Berlin Wall monument. Read more
  • Priya T.heart icon on user image
    Priya TungrusAugust 24, 2015
    Interesting set of stones from around the world, all embedded in the outside perimeter wall of the building.
  • Scott Kleinbergheart icon on user image
    Scott KleinbergJanuary 21, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Tribune Tower under construction in 1922. (Tribune archive photo). More on the building's history: http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/politics/chi-chicagodays-tribunetower-story,0,361661.story
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneFebruary 1, 2013
    The Chicago Tribune Photo Challenge features fun monthly themes. March theme is "green." Click on read more to see how to upload your photos. We'll pick some of our favorites each month to feature. Read more
  • L K.heart icon on user image
    L KSeptember 20, 2015
    Great outdoor plaza to appreciate the city's architecture.
  • Madewell1937
    Madewell1937April 18, 2012
    Madewell's Denim Roadtrip will be at outside of the Tribune Tower on 4/28/12 between 10-4pm. Stop by for some very special surprises, including a styling station, a hair-braiding bar and a secret deal
  • Jenna T.
    Jenna TFebruary 20, 2013
    Been here 50+ times
    We host many TribNation events in the Trib tower. Visit TribNation.com/events to find out what's next!
  • katie z.
    katie zhuJuly 23, 2013
    Pieces of famous world landmarks are embedded in the façade – touch the Great Wall of China, Taj Mahal, Parthenon, the pyramids, and 116 more.
  • Catriona H.
    Catriona HunterNovember 21, 2013
    The outside of the building is embedded with stone and masonry from other famous building around the world.
  • ColonelTribune
    ColonelTribuneSeptember 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Read the lobby inscriptions. They always inspire me. (And welcome! Glad you've come)
  • Eliane v.
    Eliane vdBOctober 12, 2012
    [ John Mead Howells & Raymond M. Hood, 1925] This neoGothic tower was influenced by cathedrals in France & Belgium. See the 24-floor office of the paper's legendary former publisher, Robert McCormick.
  • Jeffrey Z.
    Jeffrey ZeldmanSeptember 8, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Neo-Gothic skyscraper by New York architects John Mead Howells and Raymond Hood (1922). Precious objects from around the world are embedded in the exterior walls at street level.
  • Scott B.
    Scott BerginJune 20, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    The balcony on the 22nd floor is an ideal place to eat lunch when the weather is nice.
  • Jake S.heart icon on user image
    Jake SmithOctober 27, 2012
    Find the rock from the state (or perhaps country) you're visiting from.
  • Chicago Architecture Info
    There are more than 120 stones from landmarks around the world embedded in the facade, and more are still being added. Here's the complete list: Read more
  • Chicago Architecture Info
    If you wander into the main lobby, you'll see a giant three-dimensional map of the United States made out of shredded money. Read more
  • Natasha M.heart icon on user image
    Natasha MaytonJuly 19, 2016
    Must see. Chicago history. #Legendary
  • Scott Kleinbergheart icon on user image
    Scott KleinbergNovember 4, 2009
    Been here 100+ times
    take a look around the lobby. You can't go past security but the lobby is beautiful. And after Thanksgiving, the awesome Christmas tree goes up.
  • ColonelTribune
    ColonelTribuneMay 7, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    When strolling outside, I often like to look at the piece of Riga's Powder Tower embedded in the wall. For some reason, I like that. Read more
  • Scott Kleinbergheart icon on user image
    Scott KleinbergApril 7, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    The most beautiful building in Chicago.
  • Matt L.
    Matt LindnerJuly 17, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Swing by the lobby near Art Bilko's to see giant replicas of famous Tribune front pages. Pretty cool sight
  • Devontaheart icon on user image
    DevontaDecember 13, 2015
    Way up above the city.
  • Talkwheel
    TalkwheelApril 27, 2011
    Remember President Thomas Dewey? In the 1948 election, the Chicago Tribune headline read "Dewey Defeats Truman". MUCH later, all laughed about it as President Truman posed for pictures with the paper.
  • Scott Kleinbergheart icon on user image
    Scott KleinbergMay 11, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    The newspaper here is great. Informative. Fun. Subscribe online. Go to www.chicagotribune.com
  • Matt L.
    Matt LindnerOctober 11, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Come hang out on the 22nd floor deck! Best views in the city
  • Scott Kleinbergheart icon on user image
    Scott KleinbergJanuary 8, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Follow @chicagotribune and @coloneltribune on Twitter - Facebook too - for all your Chicago Tribune news.
  • StreetWise_CHI
    StreetWise_CHIAugust 6, 2012
    StreetWise isn't quite as well written as the Tribune, but we're trying!
  • Matt Spudart M.
    Matt Spudart MaldreMay 12, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    UPDATE: This doesn't happen anymore since they sold the Cubs: The big screen tv is rolled into the lobby when the Cubs are playing a day game at home on WGN. Swing by to catch the Cubbies play. Read more
  • Bryn R.
    Bryn RichOctober 18, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Be careful of the clam chowder in the cafeteria on Wednesdays...
  • Dorian D.
    Dorian DickinsonJanuary 27, 2010
    Drink heavily before having to meet with TMG ad sales group. I didn't but would next time. On the other hand, the Chicago Magazine sales group is unmatched in the print publishing world today.
  • Toria L.heart icon on user image
    Toria LAugust 25, 2014
    Great set of stones here.
  • ZaarlyChicago
    ZaarlyChicagoAugust 10, 2011
    Must visit if you're into architecture...jawdropping!
  • James J.
    James JanegaJanuary 18, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Those rocks in the wall outside? Once upon a time, it's rumored the foreign correspondents were responsible for procuring them. Not true now.
  • Scott Kleinbergheart icon on user image
    Scott KleinbergJanuary 8, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    The Chicago Tribune is on Google+ at http://gplus.to/chicagotribune - circle us.
  • Shanae D.
    Shanae DiewoldMay 11, 2010
    At work at the Trib tower, great place to visit if you are around the area!
  • Kate C.
    Kate CalilleNovember 8, 2010
    $13 for a One-Year Chicago Tribune Sunday-Only Subscription, or $26 for Wednesday,... - http://bit.ly/bJz3EY
  • Mike P.
    Mike ProperMay 22, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Lookout behind you! The gargoyles have come to life!
  • Julie W.
    Julie WernauNovember 9, 2009
    Go up to the 22nd floor (with a visitor pass if you don't work here) and check out the view.
  • Bryn R.
    Bryn RichSeptember 11, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    I heard there's a free soda machine somewhere deep within these hallowed halls...
  • Duby P.
    Duby PetitJune 16, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Great place for training. 9th floor. View of Michigan Ave.
  • Andre A.
    Andre AlforqueJuly 28, 2009
    find the gargoyle above the main entrance that is picking its nose. (it's small)
  • Pinxia Y.
    Pinxia YeApril 17, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    A piece of moon rock on exterior.
  • Scoutmob
    ScoutmobNovember 28, 2011
    The first issue of the "Chicago Tribune" came hot off the presses on June 10, 1847.
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    /\/\icahNovember 24, 2010
    Call (312) 222-8687 for a tour-by-phone of the building!
  • Chutima N.
    Chutima NakwarinNovember 16, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Starbucks booth only today...free postcard and free delivery
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