Theodore Thomas Orchestra Hall

Location

220 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60604

About

The symmetrical façade of the Hall is of deep pink brick, complemented by white limestone quoins (the wedge-like pieces of stone used as keystones), lintels and other decorative elements characteristic of the Georgian style. Above the second floor of the façade are inscribed in a limestone band the names of five prominent composers (Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Wagner), a nod to the design of the Art Institute of Chicago across the street. The cornice is classical in design and is surmounted by a limestone balustrade that hides the ninth floor (added in 1907), which was, until 1995, the home of the Cliff Dwellers and currently houses the Richard and Helen Thomas Club at Symphony Center.