Inland Steel Building

Explore the exterior and interior of this iconic modern masterpiece and learn the stories behind this timeless structure.

As the first skyscraper built within the Loop after World War II, the Inland Steel Building became an instant symbol of Chicago’s prominence as a modern American city in the 20th century.

Duration
45 minutes
Site Type
Buildings
Location
Downtown
Meet

30 W. Monroe St., inside the building's lobby

Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in 1958, Inland Steel uses the most modern and cutting edge materials and designs. See for yourself why it has attained such fame as a classic example of mid-century Modernism.

A special highlight of this tour is a visit to the office of one of Chicago's well-known architects.

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MORE ABOUT THIS BUILDING

Discover more about the the Inland Steel Building in CAC's Buildings of Chicago online library.

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