Nov 30th, 2008
Wanamaker Building Christmas Light Show
Wanamaker Organ Facade
More pics and trivia in the extended…
The Wanamaker Building currently houses an outpost of Macy’s Department Stores but it once was home of a famed group of department stores founded by John Wanamaker way back in the 1860s. It was in fact the first modern department store and many things that we take for granted now like price-tags were innovations of Wanamaker. Truth in advertising, something we would love to be able to take for granted again, was one of Wanamaker’s guiding principles.
The building famously houses the largest working pipe organ in the world. Throughout the regular year it is played twice daily Monday through Sunday; it is played more often in the holiday season.
The best time to visit is now, obviously! The multi-storied facade of the organ is the stage for the annual light show. It’s timed to match with the music and is quite a sight. It occurs every hour from 10AM-8PM and lasts about 15 minutes. This year will see the debut of a Magic Christmas Tree with LED Lights so if you’re like me and a fan of both Magic Christmas Trees AND LED lights you’re probably prety excited. Go soon because it only lasts until New Year’s Eve!
Other things that are cool about the Wanamaker Building:
The Giant Eagle Statue
