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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 …

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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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We didn't have a tour as such we just went in the store at about 7pm on Saturday evening and it is played for about an hour before closing. Its every Friday and Saturday evening. …
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We didn't have a tour as such we just went in the store at about 7pm on Saturday evening and it is played for about an hour before closing. Its every Friday and Saturday evening. Even standing on the ground floor by the Eagle you can see the organ pipesand the organist above you on the first floor, that was impressive enough.
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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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As far as I know, the organ is played at noon. Afterwards, you can go upstairs, see it for yourself up close, and talk with the very talented musician who plays it.
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