Gold Coast in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

Bryan Lathrop House

Chicago Landmark

Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, August 27, 2021

1. Bryan Lathrop House Marker

Inscription.
Bryan Lathrop House
McKim, Mead and White, architects
1892

Drawing inspiration from the neo-classical styles of the eighteenth century, Charles Follen McKim here created a residence of great dignity and elegance. The clarity and simplicity of its facade make the Lathrop House one of the finest examples of Georgian revival architecture in this country.

Designated a Chicago Landmark on May 9, 1973
by the City Council of Chicago
Richard J. Daley, Mayor

Erected by Commission on Chicago Historical and Architectural Landmarks.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. In addition, it is included in the Illinois, Chicago Landmarks Commission series list.

Location. 41° 54.107′ N, 87° 37.503′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in Gold Coast. Marker is on East Bellevue Place east of North State Street, on the left when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 120 East Bellevue Place, Chicago IL 60611, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Senator William J. Connors (approx. ¼ mile away); Fisher Studio Houses (approx. ¼ mile away); 227 East Walton Place Apartment Building

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(approx. ¼ mile away); "Barmaids Ordinance" (approx. ¼ mile away); Victorian Brownstone Residences (approx. 0.3 miles away); Walgreens (approx. 0.3 miles away); Washington Square Park (approx. 0.3 miles away); Office and Studio of Perkins, Fellows & Hamilton, architects (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chicago.

Also see . . . The Helen & Bryan Lathrop House (The Fortnightly of Chicago).

"The Helen and Bryan Lathrop mansion, designated as a Landmark by the City of Chicago in 1973, has been the home of The Fortnightly of Chicago since 1922. Lathrop House, designed by Charles Follen McKim, was completed in 1892 in time for the World’s Columbian Exposition. It has great architectural significance among post Chicago Fire construction as it is a notable example of the Georgian Revival style, which was uncommon in Chicago....

The Lathrops were a socially prominent Chicago family. Bryan Lathrop arrived in Chicago in 1865 after studying art, music, and landscape in Europe. He became a successful real estate developer. His background in the arts and his interest in the growth of Chicago led to his patronage of the Chicago Symphony. He helped purchase the land
Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, August 27, 2021

2. Bryan Lathrop House Marker - wide view
The marker is visible here to the right of the entrance, peeking out from behind the planter.
and build its current performance home, Orchestra Hall (now called Symphony Center). Lathrop’s civic involvement also included the Art Institute of Chicago, the Newberry Library, Saddle & Cycle Club, Caxton Club and Chicago Literary Club, to name a few."

(Submitted on August 31, 2021.)

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Photographed By Andrew Ruppenstein, August 27, 2021

3. Bryan Lathrop House

Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on August 31, 2021, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California. This page has been viewed 249 times since then and 23 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on August 31, 2021, by Andrew Ruppenstein of Lamorinda, California.