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Shreveport, a city in Louisiana, is home to many interesting buildings. Some of these buildings reach high into the sky! These tall structures are often called skyscrapers. They are important landmarks that show how a city grows and changes over time. Let's explore some of the tallest buildings in Shreveport and learn a bit about their history.

Shreveport's Tallest Buildings

Regions Tower

The tallest building in Shreveport is the Regions Tower. It stands at an impressive 364 feet (111 meters) tall. This building has 25 floors and was completed in 1986. It is not just the tallest building in Shreveport, but also in all of northern Louisiana!

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The tall Regions Tower in Shreveport.

Louisiana Tower

Before the Regions Tower, the Louisiana Tower held the record for the tallest building in Shreveport. It is 302 feet (92 meters) high and has 21 floors. This building was finished in 1984. It was the city's tallest for two years, from 1984 to 1986.

Beck Building

The Beck Building is another important skyscraper in Shreveport's history. It reaches 265 feet (81 meters) into the sky and has 20 floors. Built in 1957, it was the tallest building in Shreveport for a long time. It held this title from 1957 until 1984.

Chase Tower

The Chase Tower is 227 feet (69 meters) tall. This building has 15 floors and was built in 1976. It is a well-known part of the city's skyline.

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The Chase Tower in Shreveport.

American Tower

The American Tower stands 222 feet (68 meters) high. It has 16 floors and was completed in 1979. This building adds to the impressive collection of tall structures in Shreveport.

Sam's Town Hotel and Gambling Hall

The Sam's Town Hotel and Gambling Hall, Shreveport is a unique tall building. It is 220 feet (67 meters) tall and has 23 floors. This building was finished in 2001.

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Sam's Town Hotel and Gambling Hall.

Mid-South Tower

The Mid-South Tower is 213 feet (65 meters) tall. It has 15 floors and was built in 1968. It is another significant building in Shreveport's downtown area.

Petroleum Tower

The Petroleum Tower reaches 187 feet (57 meters) high. It has 14 floors and was completed in 1959. This building is a notable part of the city's older skyscrapers.

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The Petroleum Tower.

Slattery Building

The Slattery Building is 186 feet (57 meters) tall. It has 17 floors and was built in 1925. This building was the tallest in Shreveport for many years. It held the record from 1925 until 1957.

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The historic Slattery Building.

Hilton Hotel at the Shreveport Convention Center

The Hilton Hotel at the Shreveport Convention Center is 180 feet (49 meters) tall. It has 12 floors and was completed in 2007. This hotel is an important part of the city's convention area.

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