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Seattle’s Iconic Skyline: A Look From the Top of the Space Needle
One of the most photographed and recognized structures in the world, the Space Needle was built as a cultural centerpiece for the 1962 World’s Fair, whose theme was “The Age of Space.”
At 605 feet tall, the landmark was constructed to symbolize humanity’s Space Age aspirations, and since its grand opening on April 21, 1962, continues to represent the innovative and forward-thinking spirit of Seattle.
The tower’s 520-foot saucer-shaped “top house” offers visitors Seattle’s only 360-degree indoor and outdoor panoramic views of downtown, Mount Rainier, Puget Sound, and the Cascade and Olympic mountain ranges.
McKinstry’s electrical team recently completed service work at the top of the spire. From low voltage to utility infrastructure, McKinstry provides a single point of accountability across electrical design, delivery and maintenance needs, with extensive experience across electrical prime, progressive design-build, integrated project delivery and beyond to tackle any project.
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