At 111 N State St, the former Marshall Field and Company Building is now known as Macy’s on State Street. Its architecture and department-store history are part of the visit, with standout details inside including a Tiffany glass ceiling in the cosmetics section. You can also find The Walnut Room restaurant and a smaller food court on the seventh floor. In November and December, that floor has a museum-like area filled with holiday decorations.
A landmark in department-store history
The building is known today as Macy’s on State Street. It is tied to the development of the modern department store, including the ideas of window shopping and customer service. Marshall Field’s approach was summed up in a motto about giving customers what they wanted.
Inside, the cosmetics section is a place to pause and look up at the Tiffany ceiling, made from more than a million pieces of glass. The seventh floor has a smaller food court and, in November and December, a museum-like area filled with holiday decorations. The Walnut Room is another option for a meal during a visit.
FAQ
What is the Marshall Field and Company Building used for now?
It is known as Macy’s on State Street and has shopping departments, food options and historic interior details.
Where can I see the Tiffany ceiling?
Look for it in the cosmetics section.
What can I see there during the holidays?
In November and December, the seventh floor has a museum-like area filled with holiday decorations.
