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A Window To Smith Tower

December 11th, 2009 @ 12:03 am by Cliffe | Sorted Historic Buildingsborder
While we just had a view of it on Monday, I just seem to always come back to Smith Tower. A co-worker friend and I were agreeing tonight at dinner that it’s probably our favorite building in Seattle. From my West Seattle home I’m lucky enough to have a view of it from the window. Check out the Max R. Jensen Ektachrome from the late 50’s or 60’s. Click for the high res.
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Smith Tower, 42 stories high, Seattle, Washington. One of Seattle’s tallest skyscrapers. The Chinese Room at the top affords a magnificent view of the city and the harbor. Ektachrome by Max R. Jensen.

3 Responses:

  1. Shannon C. wrote:

    It’s my favorite building, too. I was so jealous when I heard they were converting to condos–I would love to live in the Smith Tower!

  2. Joe G wrote:

    I agree. The best highrise in the city. It has so much character.

  3. Michael wrote:

    I’m with the Northwest Lesbian & Gay History Museum Project, and we’re always looking for photos of the corner of 2nd & Washington from back in the day (where the Double Header & Casino were/still are).

    This photo is wonderful but frustrating because you can *almost* see them! But you can see Barney’s Loans.

    thanks!

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