Marvel at the exquisite beauty and grandeur of the highly ornamented brick and granite exterior, which some liken to a Moorish castle. Learn more about the method of construction and how the architects employed a combination of designs to maximize light and air in this early office building. We’ll also discuss various renovations and restorations to the building and learn the interesting story of how The Rookery earned its name.
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Detail of the Rookery staircase
Rookery Atrium. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers.
Rookery Atrium.
Rookery Exterior
Rookery Exterior. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers.
Rookery Exterior. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers.
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