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Experience the Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise Aboard First Lady

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Explore Chicago’s epic skyline while our lively guides bring the city to life with stories of its rich history.

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A Grand & Graceful Optical Illusion: The St. Regis

On the Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise Aboard First Lady, you’ll see an amazing aquamarine-colored skyscraper made up of three towering structures. Completed in 2020, the St. Regis Chicago (originally called Wanda Vista Tower) is Chicago’s third-tallest building. It is also the tallest building in the world designed by a woman — the second-tallest, Aqua, is also located in Chicago, just down the street from the St. Regis. Both buildings are designed by the same architect: Jeanne Gang.

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