# Custom House Tower

Boston, United States

A Greek Revival custom house from 1849 gained a soaring tower in 1915, designed by Peabody and Stearns. Rising 496 feet with a 22-foot clock, it was Boston's tallest building for nearly half a century. Today it houses a Marriott hotel.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Custom House Tower, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 42.35907, -71.05337

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