Wanamaker Organ

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Built for the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, the Wanamaker Organ was designed by renowned organ architect George Ashdown Audsley, author of The … See more

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Mar 30, 2024
Loved the organ and the sound was just so heartwarming. Kudos to Macy’s and all the donors to preserving this site. Unexpected and surprising to see this immense musical instrument and the organ p… Full review by Adam L
Jan 14, 2024
Not what you’d expect to find in a Macy’s store, but an amazing fine. Free concerts, twice a day. There is a great viewing area directly across from the organ on the second floor and there’s a nice s… Full review by Dean_Amy-2004
Nov 6, 2023
What wonderful surprise The organist plays 2 times a day It is free. I imagine when Macy’s decorates for Christmas it will be even better Full review by justlocal
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Can you experience the Wanamaker organ without buying a ticket for the tour?
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Yes free 45min concert twice daily , except Sunday. Monday to Saturday 12 noon Visit the second floor console and organist after each show) second show on Monday Tuesday …
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Yes free 45min concert twice daily , except Sunday. Monday to Saturday 12 noon Visit the second floor console and organist after each show) second show on Monday Tuesday Thursday Saturday at 5:30pm (45min) & Wednesday Friday 7pm concert is awesome... they are all unique!
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how do I get tickets to the organ tour.
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Visit Friends of the Wanamaker Organ website and go to Music and Visiting and there you will find Tours of the Organ. The tours are $20 but you must first secure an appointment by …
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Visit Friends of the Wanamaker Organ website and go to Music and Visiting and there you will find Tours of the Organ. The tours are $20 but you must first secure an appointment by email before you purchase. Tours depart from the eagle promptly following following the noon recital which lasts 45 mins.You can visit the console area on the 2nd floor after the recitals (apparently for free, though I have never done this).
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What times does the organ play on the weekends?
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There are no Sunday concerts. Saturday is at noon and 5:30 pm, usually. The Friends of the Wanamaker Organ has a large website with information on concerts and other aspects of …
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There are no Sunday concerts. Saturday is at noon and 5:30 pm, usually. The Friends of the Wanamaker Organ has a large website with information on concerts and other aspects of the organ. I cannot post a link here.
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What times a day does the organ play?
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It used to be every hour but it has now changed to every 2 hours. Not sure when this starts as they have several different start times during the holidays. But it is worth going …
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It used to be every hour but it has now changed to every 2 hours. Not sure when this starts as they have several different start times during the holidays. But it is worth going especially if you have young children. Hope you enjoy ad we have for over 30 years it is a holiday tradition for us.
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