Sears Tower Ledge Opens July 2
Sears Tower Ledge
Get ready to see Chicago as you've never seen it before! Be among the first to step onto The Ledge, a series of glass bays that extend from the Sears Tower's 103rd floor, when it opens to the public Thursday, July 2. Reaching out more than four feet from Skydeck Chicago’s west side, visitors have unobstructed views of Chicago – 1,353 feet straight down. In addition, guests will enjoy brand new interactive exhibit spaces that offer a “one stop Chicago” cultural experience on their way to the top.
“The Skydeck has evolved to challenge our visitors’ curiosity,” said Randy Stancik, general manager, Skydeck Chicago. “You only need to see the forehead prints on the windows to know that visitors are constantly trying to catch a glimpse below. The Skydeck attracts more than one million visitors annually who enjoy views of up to 50 miles and four states. Now, they have a fifth view right at their feet.”
The Ledge is designed so that the fully enclosed glass boxes rest between conveyor belts. The boxes retract into the building, allowing easy access for cleaning and maintenance. Each box provides unobstructed views of people, taxis, boats and bridges over Wacker Drive and the Chicago River.
Visitors will also enjoy interactive and educational museum-quality exhibits. The exhibits highlight the iconic landmark, and celebrate Chicago’s sports, architecture, pop culture, history, food, music and people. Interactive displays feature the city’s rich history, major Chicago attractions and fun facts. And visitors can stand on video screens to see what Chicago staples would look like if they were standing on The Ledge, 103 floors above the pitching mound at Wrigley Field, Millennium Park’s Cloud Gate, North Avenue Beach and more.
“Skydeck Chicago celebrates Chicago’s rich history and culture through architecture and educational programs that enhance the Chicago experience for all ages,” said Stancik. “In a single trip up to 103, visitors will see and learn about the best the Windy City has to offer.”
Skydeck Chicago is open daily September through March from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., and from April through October from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, visit www.theskydeck.com or call 1.877.SKY.DECK.
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