Capella Tower and Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis

Capella Tower in downtown Minneapolis with surrounding skyscrapers under a blue sky
The Capella Tower, completed in 1992, stands as a prominent skyscraper in downtown Minneapolis. Adjacent to it is the Hennepin County Government Center, a Brutalist structure designed by architect Gunnar Birkerts and completed in 1974. The Government Center houses various county administrative offices and courtrooms, serving as a central hub for local governance. Capella Tower, formerly known as First Bank Place, is a mixed-use building containing office spaces and retail establishments, contributing to the commercial vitality of the city's central business district.
Photo taken in August 2015.
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