Wells Fargo Tower

12 photos · 2012–2024

12 photographs tagged Wells Fargo Tower, 2012–2024.

Alaska Airlines jet descends toward Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport above downtown Minneapolis buildings including Capella Tower. — An Alaska Airlines jet approaches Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, flying over the downtown core. The Capella Tower, completed in 1992, is visible on the left, distinguished by its distinctive glass-domed roof.

Nicollet Mall during blue hour — The Wells Fargo Center, illuminated in gold, rises above Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis at night.

Minneapolis downtown skyline viewed from Van White Memorial Boulevard, showing the IDS Center and surrounding high-rise towers. — The view of Downtown Minneapolis from Van White Memorial Blvd near the Cedar Lake Trail.

Antennas on to of tall high rise in Minneapolis — The IDS Center rises into the evening light in downtown Minneapolis, its rooftop antennas silhouetted against a soft autumn sky. Designed by Philip Johnson and John Burgee and completed in 1972, the 792-foot tower remains the tallest building in Minnesota. The dark mechanical crown houses HVAC systems and broadcast transmitters, while the curtain wall’s reflective glass panels catch the last warm tones of sunset alongside the adjacent RBC Gateway Tower.

Wells Fargo Center and the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Wells Fargo Center and the IDS Center in downtown Minneapolis are two of the city’s best-known high-rise office buildings. Completed in 1988 as the Norwest Center, Wells Fargo Center is recognized for its illuminated Art Deco-style crown. The IDS Center, completed in 1972, anchors the IDS complex and Crystal Court in the central business district.

Downtown Minneapolis skyline with IDS Center, Wells Fargo Center, and Capella Tower at night. — Downtown Minneapolis skyline, Minnesota, includes IDS Center, Wells Fargo Center, and Capella Tower on May 6, 2020. The office towers are part of the city’s central business district, clustered around Nicollet Mall and the downtown core. IDS Center has long been Minnesota’s tallest building, while Wells Fargo Center is one of the city’s most recognizable high-rise office towers.

Northstar Center, IDS Center and Wells Fargo Center at night — The IDS Center and Wells Fargo Center in downtown Minneapolis with the star visible on top of the Northstar Center.

Hotel Ivy and IDS Center rise in the downtown Minneapolis skyline near Century Plaza. — Downtown Minneapolis skyline near Century Plaza includes Hotel Ivy, IDS Center, and Wells Fargo Center. Century Plaza houses the Minneapolis Police Department's 1st Precinct, which covers the downtown area.

Wells Fargo Towers Armory and US Bank Stadium — The Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis is represented by its modern architectural landmarks. The Wells Fargo Towers, completed in 2017, serve as a significant corporate presence in the city's business district. Adjacent to them stands the historic Minneapolis Armory, originally built in 1935 as a venue for military drills and public events, which has since been redeveloped. Dominating the background is U.S. Bank Stadium, a state-of-the-art facility that opened in 2016, hosting professional football games and other large-scale events.

Yellow tower cranes operate above the Wells Fargo Towers construction site in downtown Minneapolis. — Construction of the Wells Fargo Towers in Downtown East, Minneapolis, in July 2015. These two skyscrapers, completed in 2019, house offices for Wells Fargo and other businesses.

The IDS Center and Crystal Court in downtown Minneapolis at night, showcasing modernist architecture and urban infrastructure. — The IDS Center, completed in 1973, stands as a prominent skyscraper in downtown Minneapolis, designed by architect Philip Johnson. Adjacent to it is the Crystal Court, an enclosed public plaza that connects various buildings within the downtown area. The IDS Center was the tallest building in Minneapolis until 2000 and remains a significant example of modernist architecture. The Crystal Court serves as a vital pedestrian thoroughfare and a central gathering space, particularly notable for its climate-controlled environment, allowing for year-round use by the public.

Downtown Minneapolis skyline at night featuring the IDS Center and Capella Tower among surrounding office buildings. — The Minneapolis skyline includes the IDS Center, Capella Tower, and Foshay Tower, three of downtown's best known towers. The IDS Center, completed in 1972, rises 792 feet and remains the tallest building in Minnesota. The Foshay Tower, finished in 1929 as the city's first skyscraper, modeled its stepped shape after the Washington Monument.

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