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AT&T Tower
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General information
Type Office
Architectural style Modern
Location Minneapolis, Minnesota
Address 901 Marquette Ave
Coordinates 44°58′26.2″N 93°16′21.1″W / 44.973944°N 93.272528°W / 44.973944; -93.272528
Construction started 1989
Completed 1991
Height 464 ft (141 m)
Technical details
Floor count 34
Floor area 758,587 sq ft (70,475.0 m2)
Design and construction
Architect Walsh Bishop Associates, Inc.
Main contractor Ryan Companies US, Inc.

The AT&T Tower is a tall skyscraper located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It stands 464 feet (141 meters) high and has 34 floors. This modern building was finished in 1991.

You can find the AT&T Tower at the corner of Marquette Avenue and 9th Street South. It's an important part of the city's skyline.

What is the AT&T Tower?

The AT&T Tower is a large office building. It is home to many different companies and organizations. It's one of the tallest buildings in Minneapolis.

Where is the AT&T Tower Located?

The tower is in downtown Minneapolis. It is connected to other buildings by a special walkway system called a skyway. This skyway links the AT&T Tower to the TCF Tower and International Centre. The famous Foshay Tower is also nearby, just across the street.

What's Inside the AT&T Tower?

The AT&T Tower has a lot going on inside!

  • Offices: Many companies have their offices here. These include AT&T, Nuveen Investments, Field Nation, and FICO.
  • International Connections: The Norwegian Honorary Consulate General is also located in the tower. A consulate helps citizens from one country who are visiting or living in another.
  • Shops and Restaurants: On the first and second floors, you can find places to eat and various small shops.
  • Shared Lobby: The main entrance lobby is shared with the Oracle Centre.

Awards and Recognition

The AT&T Tower has received special awards for being a great building. In 2019, it won the TOBY Award. This award recognizes outstanding buildings in the region. It shows that the AT&T Tower is well-managed and a top-quality place to work.