Prospect Park Water Tower, Minneapolis

Name: Prospect Park Water Tower
Address: 55 Malcolm Ave SE, Minneapolis, 55414-3563, United States
Telephone: +1 612-230-6400

#134 among attractions in Minneapolis

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The Prospect Park Water Tower, sometimes referred to as the Witch's Hat Water Tower, is a historic water tower in the Prospect Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. It was built in 1913 on Tower Hill Park, a hilltop park established in 1906. The water tower has become the neighborhood's architectural mascot for its singular design by Frederick William Cappelen. The tower is rumored to be the inspiration for Bob Dylan's song "All Along the Watchtower," as the tower was clearly visible from Dylan's home in nearby Dinkytown. ()

Built: 1906 (118 years ago)Elevation: 922 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 44°58'7"N, 93°12'46"W

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55 Malcolm Ave SEUniversity (Prospect Park)Minneapolis 55414-3563 United States

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+1 612-230-6400

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Prospect Park Water Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Huntington Bank Stadium, Mariucci Arena, Weisman Art Museum, Williams Arena.

0.8 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Huntington Bank Stadium, Minneapolis
21 min walk • Huntington Bank Stadium stands as a modern coliseum in the heart of Minneapolis, serving as a beacon for sports enthusiasts and a rallying point for the community. Opened in 2009 and situated on the campus of the University of Minnesota, this outdoor stadium is...
1 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Mariucci Arena, Minneapolis
26 min walk • Mariucci Arena, a beacon of collegiate ice hockey, stands proudly in the heart of Minneapolis, United States. This premier sports venue is home to the University of Minnesota's Golden Gophers men's hockey team, a powerhouse in the collegiate circuit.
1.2 miW
Modern space with paintings and ceramics
Weisman Art Museum, Minneapolis
32 min walk • The Weisman Art Museum, a striking landmark in the heart of Minneapolis, stands as a testament to the city's vibrant cultural scene. This museum, known for its contemporary art collection, is housed in a visually arresting building designed by the renowned architect...
1 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Williams Arena, Minneapolis
25 min walk • Williams Arena, affectionately known as "The Barn," is a storied sports venue located in the heart of Minneapolis, United States. With its signature raised floor and intimate atmosphere, it has been the epicenter of Minnesota basketball since its doors opened in 1928.
1.1 miW
Cinema, Nightlife
Coffman Memorial Union, Minneapolis
29 min walk • Coffman Memorial Union, located on the campus of the University of Minnesota in the heart of Minneapolis, serves as a vibrant hub for students, faculty, and visitors alike. Named after former university president Lotus Delta Coffman, the Union was established in 1939...
1.2 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater, Performing arts
Northrop Auditorium, Minneapolis
32 min walk • Cyrus Northrop Memorial Auditorium is a performing arts venue at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is named in honor of Cyrus Northrop, the university's second president. Various events are held within the building, including concerts, ballet performances, lectures, and graduations.
~1870 ftNE
Nightlife
Surly Brewing Co., Minneapolis
10 min walk • The Surly Brewing Company is an American craft brewery with facilities in Minneapolis and Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, and is noted for primarily canning beers, rather than bottling.
~90 ftNE
Park
Tower Hill Park, Minneapolis
1 min walk • Tower Hill Park marks the northern boundary of Prospect Park, a hilly residential neighborhood in southeast Minneapolis. The 4.7-acre city park is bounded on the northeast by University Avenue, the east by Clarence Avenue, the south by Seymour Avenue, the southwest by Orlin Avenue, and the northwest by Malcolm Avenue.
0.9 miNW
Neighbourhood
University, Minneapolis
23 min walk • University is a neighborhood within the greater University community in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is almost completely occupied by the Minneapolis campus of the University of Minnesota, hence the name.
0.9 miNW
Swimming, Swimming pool
Jean K Freeman Aquatic Center, Minneapolis
24 min walk • The Jean K. Freeman Aquatic Center is a venue for competitive swimming at the University of Minnesota in the United States, constructed in 1990. The main competition pool is named after Dorothy L. Sheppard.
0.7 miW
Bridge
Dartmouth Bridge, Minneapolis
18 min walk • The Dartmouth Bridge is a steel girder bridge that spans the Mississippi River in Minneapolis between the Cedar-Riverside area and the University of Minnesota campus area. It carries I-94/US 12/US 52. It was built in 1964 and was designed by Parsons Brinckerhoff, Quade and Douglas.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Prospect Park Water Tower?

Nearby attractions include Tower Hill Park, Minneapolis (1 min walk), Prospect Park, Minneapolis (5 min walk), WaHu Student Apartments, Minneapolis (15 min walk), Hub, Minneapolis (15 min walk).

How to get to Prospect Park Water Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Prospect Park Water Tower:

Light rail

Prospect Park • Lines: 902 (7 min walk)
Westgate • Lines: 902 (9 min walk)

Bus

Seymour Av • Lines: 67, 67C (8 min walk)
Malcolm Av • Lines: 67C (8 min walk)