John Hancock Center

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Title

John Hancock Center

Subject

Architecture

Description

The John Hancock Center at its construction was the second tallest building in the world. It is now the 4th tallest skyscraper in Chicago, IL. It's architectural style is Structural Expressionism.

Creator

Fazlur Khan
Bruce Graham

Source

Wikipedia
Shoreline Sightseeing Architectural Boat Tour

Date

1965-1969

Contributor

Otis Elevator Company
Skidmore, Owings and Merrill
John Hancock Insurance
Tishman Construction Co.

Format

336 KB

Language

English

Type

Architecture

Coverage

Height: 1,506 ft
Floor Area: 2,799,973 sq ft
Construction started: 1965
Completed: 1969

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Original Format

Skyscraper

Physical Dimensions

Height: 1,506 ft
Floor area: 2,799,973 sq ft

Files

hancock.jpg

Citation

Fazlur Khan and Bruce Graham, “John Hancock Center,” Paris of the Midwest: Chicago, 1837-1987, accessed April 25, 2024, https://parisofthemidwest.omeka.net/items/show/42.