Wordless Wednesday: Chicago’s Merchandise Mart – Four Million Sq Ft!

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  1. Don Ostertag's avatar
    December 11, 2024 at 10:19 am

    So impressive, Cher.

    • seaangel4444's avatar
      December 11, 2024 at 12:43 pm

      Thank you, Don! The Kennedy family used to own the entire building! I heard someone mention that the Kennedy’s used to play football on the roof! I do believe there is a photo of this ‘out there’ somewhere! Cher xoxoxo

  2. thespiritkeeper's avatar
    December 11, 2024 at 11:22 am

    Wow that is an imposing building bringing Christmas cheers. Love Joseph

    • seaangel4444's avatar
      December 11, 2024 at 12:45 pm

      Indeed, my friend! Thank you so much, and Christmas cheers to you as well! Love, Cher xoxoxo

  3. utahan15's avatar
    December 11, 2024 at 12:09 pm

    red and green

    a seasonal thaing

    • seaangel4444's avatar
      December 11, 2024 at 12:45 pm

      LOL Yay! Thank you so much!! Cher xoxoxo

  4. John Holton's avatar
    December 11, 2024 at 1:01 pm

    That place is incredible. It was so big it had its own ZIP Code….

    • seaangel4444's avatar
      December 11, 2024 at 6:01 pm

      Now, I did not know that, John! Thank you so much for that! Cher xoxoxo

  5. hitandrun1964's avatar
    December 11, 2024 at 9:29 pm

    Looks great. 🎄

    • seaangel4444's avatar
      December 12, 2024 at 3:19 pm

      Thank you so much! I remember the first time I saw this building! I couldn’t believe how large it was! Cher xoxoxo

  6. Hugh W. Roberts's avatar
    December 12, 2024 at 4:46 am

    Do those coloured lights move around the building, Cher? Or are they static? The reflection of the lights on the river is amazing. Is there a penthouse apartment at the top? If so, it’ll have stunning views.

    • seaangel4444's avatar
      December 12, 2024 at 3:23 pm

      I found out that they are static! I think they should move around the building, though, Hugh! I love that reflection too! There aren’t any private residences in this huge building (businesses and offices). Oh yes, wouldn’t the view be something?

      Hugh, the Kennedy family (J.F.K) used to own this entire building. Apparently some of the family members used to play football (American) on the rooftop! I do believe there is a photo ‘out there’ on the web that shows this activity (or so I’m told)!

      Any time I’ve been in this building it is a hustle and bustle atmosphere, clearly matching it’s ‘big city’ vibe! Thank you, Hugh! Cher xoxoxo

      • Hugh W. Roberts's avatar
        December 13, 2024 at 6:27 am

        Can you imagine playing any kind of sport on that roof, Cher? Imagine if the ball went over the side, but I guess the Kennedys had high fences to stop that from happening.

      • seaangel4444's avatar
        December 13, 2024 at 5:24 pm

        I can’t even imagine it, Hugh! I would be so nervous! I’ve been trying to find a photo of ‘the game’ but so far no luck. I’ll keep searching, though. Oh yes, I’m sure they must have had high fences! I daresay it wouldn’t be much of a game if a ball ended up in the Chicago River every 15 minutes! LOL Thank you, Hugh! Cher xoxoxo

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