The Great Northern Clocktower

The Great Northern Clocktower is one of Spokane’s most recognizable historic landmarks, standing in the city’s Riverfront Park area near the former rail yards. Built in 1902 as part of the Great Northern Railway depot complex, the tall brick tower is the only major structure that remains from the original station. Its large clock faces and red brick construction make it an eye catching subject, especially with Spokane’s downtown skyline nearby. Photographers can shoot the tower from several spots around Riverfront Park, including angles that frame it with modern buildings, bridges, park pathways, or open sky behind it. It’s an easy stop while exploring downtown and a great place to capture a bit of Spokane’s railroad history. (Spokane, Washington, United States)