What are some fun facts about the Navy Pier?
What are some fun facts about the Navy Pier? The pier was built in 1916 by Charles Sumner Frost, a nationally known architect. It cost $4.5 million. It was a part of the Plan of Chicago developed by architect and city planner Daniel Burnham and his partners. In 1927, the pier was renamed Navy Pier to honor the naval veterans who served in World War I.
Is Navy Pier a boardwalk?
Navy Pier is a 3,300-foot-long pier on the shoreline of Lake Michigan, located in the Streeterville neighborhood of the Near North Side community area in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
What rides are on Navy Pier?
- Centennial Wheel. Soar to heights of nearly 200 feet on the iconic Centennial Wheel. ...
- Carousel. Ride Navy Pier's historic carousel. ...
- Drop Tower. Take a ride on the S&S DoubleShot™ at Pier Park. ...
- Wave Swinger® ...
- Light Tower. ...
- Tea Cups. ...
- Amazing Chicago's Atomic Rush Game. ...
- Amazing Chicago's Time Freak Game.