If you’ve already been to the top 5 buildings in St. Louis, like the Old Post Office the Arch, and the Old Courthouse. There’s even more to see! Below are an additional 5 eye-catching buildings in St. Louis that you must see.
1. Milles Fountain, St. Louis
The Milles fountain is located on 20th street between Market and Chestnut. It is a site that you simply can’t miss when you’re visiting St. Louis. Its sculptor was 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 you’re already at the Milles fountain, then St. Louis Union Station is just a short walk away. It is located on Market Street between 18th and 20th streets. Theodore Link was the architect for the Station. It was built in 1894 and designed in the Richardsonian Romanesque style, with hints of the French Renaissance age.
3. Wainwright Tomb in Bellefontaine Cemetery, St. Louis
The Tomb is located at 4947 W. Florissant Blvd. Its architect was Louis Sullivan. This striking tomb sits within the historic Bellefontaine Cemetery. Sullivan also completed the downtown Wainwright building. 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. Spanish Mission Revival Building
This beautiful building is a personal favorite of mine and was built by Thomas P. Barnett. It has the famous Spanish Mission Revival style with hints of Art Deco Influence. The building is located in Grand Center and is considered to be a one of a kind building in the neighborhoods of St. Louis.
As the son of famous architect George Barnett, Thomas P. Barnett was able to carry on the same traits as father as witnessed in same elegance, style, and talent that the Spanish Mission contains.
Art Deco and Spanish Mission Style Architecture is part of some of the classic buildings of Missouri. To download the original plans of the Thomas P Barnett Historic Building or go here to find out more about St Louis Commercial Real Estate For Sale
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