Gold Coast in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
49 East Cedar Street
C. 1909
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, February 25, 2025
1. 49 East Cedar Street Marker
C. 1909
Designed and owned by Benjamin Marshall, architect
has been listed on the
Illinois Register of Historic Places
by the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Architecture. A significant historical year for this entry is 1909.
Location. 41° 54.136′ N, 87° 37.58′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in Gold Coast. It is on Cedar Street 0.1 miles west of North Lake Shore Drive, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 49 East Cedar Street, Chicago IL 60611, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is on Chicago’s North Side. It is also in the American Midwest. Globally, it is in North America, on the Great Lakes, in the Western Hemisphere, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker:
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More about this marker. The Illinois Register of Historic Places was created in 1976 as part of the Illinois Historic Preservation Act, which also created the preservation agency referenced on the plaque. It is not known how many historic sites were added to this register, or whether buildings are still being added to it. While the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency still exists, its website only includes Illinois sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This building is not listed on the NRHP.
Regarding 49 East Cedar Street. The architect Benjamin Marshall (1874-1944) lived for many years in this Gold Coast apartment complex that he designed. Marshall is better known
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, February 25, 2025
2. 49 East Cedar Street Marker
Also see . . .
1. Benjamin H. Marshall. A bio from the Benjamin Marshall Society.
Excerpt: "With his 'Great Gatsby' personality, extravagant lifestyle, and his numerous theaters, Marshall's entourage included countless celebrities. Throwing lavish parties at his Wilmette studio/home overlooking Lake Michigan, his guest-list included socialites, royalty, and film and theatre stars such as, Rudolph Valentino, the Ziegfeld Folly Girls, Ethel Barrymore, Houdini, Fred and Adele Astaire, Charlie Chaplin, and many others."(Submitted on February 26, 2025, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
2. Under the Radar Works of the Talented and Prolific Benjamin H. Marshall.
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, February 25, 2025
3. 49 East Cedar Street
Excerpt: "Marshall’s work references historical architectural styles, however his buildings stand out from other early 20th century eclectic revivals. Built of high-quality materials, his structures are well-proportioned and beautifully detailed. Though often quite lavish, they aren’t at all garish. In fact, they are quite elegant both inside and out."(Submitted on February 26, 2025, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, January 1904
4. Benjamin Marshall testifying at City Council about the Iroquois Theater fire
Marshall was the designer of the Iroquois Theater in downtown Chicago, which caught fire during a show in December 1903, leaving more than 600 people dead. In this photo, Marshall, not yet 30 years old, testifies in City Council hearings about the disaster.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 5, 2025. It was originally submitted on February 26, 2025, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 217 times since then and 59 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on February 26, 2025, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
