West Loop in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Haberdasher Square Lofts: A Landmark of Chicago's Industrial Past
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 7, 2026
1. Haberdasher Square Lofts: A Landmark of Chicago's Industrial Past Marker
A.B. Dick 1902-1949
Architect Alfred S. Alschuler, 1926
Hart, Schaffner & Marx/Hartmarx- 1949-1994
Haberdasher Square Lofts- 1995-
Architect - Pappageorge Haymes- Adaptive Re-use
Originally built in 1926 by architect Alfred S. Alschuler, 728 W. Jackson Blvd. first served as A.B. Dick's headquarters-pioneers in office technology and first to market mimeograph machines in 1887. In 1949, it became home to Hart, Schaffner & Marx (later Hartmarx), a major player in Chicago's garment district known for suits worn by U.S. Presidents and seen in Hollywood films.
For decades, the building was a key manufacturing and distribution hub, reflecting Chicago's leadership in ready-to-wear clothing and its deep ties to immigrant labor and labor history.
In 1995, it was transformed into Haberdasher Square Lofts by architect Pappageorge Haymes. The adaptive reuse mirrors the Near West Side's shift from industrial center to vibrant residential neighborhood, honoring the area's rich manufacturing legacy.
Erected 2025.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Architecture • Immigration • Industry & Commerce • Labor Unions. A significant historical year for this entry is 1926.
Location. 41° 52.686′
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Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest and on the Great Lakes. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and 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: St. Patrick's Church (about 500 feet away, measured in a direct line); St. Patrick's (about 500 feet away); Grαinne Sculpture/Grαinne Garden (about 600 feet away); Former Site of the Armed Forces Examining and Entrance Station (about 700 feet away); Charles R. Walgreen Sr. (approx. 0.2 miles away); Walgreens 3000th Drugstore (approx. 0.2 miles away); The Milwaukee Road (approx. Ό mile away); The Schoenbrun and Co. Building (approx. Ό mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chicago.
Another marker is no longer nearby. Lou Mitchell's Restaurant & Bakery, Chicago, Illinois (was about 800 feet away but has been permanently removed).
Also see . . .
1. About Haberdasher Square Lofts. (Submitted on March 7, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
2. Pappageorge Haymes Partners official site. (Submitted on March 7, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
3. Alfred S. Alschuler official bio. From the Illinois Institute
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 7, 2026
2. Haberdasher Square Lofts: A Landmark of Chicago's Industrial Past Marker
4. Woman takes on mission to ensure historic buildings are honored in Chicago's West Loop.
Excerpt: "There are 19 buildings in the West Loop that do, in fact, have historical designations, but most lack a plaque. Fairbanks took note of the missing plaques as she wrote her book, 'Chicago's West Loop: Then and Now.'"(Submitted on March 7, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 7, 2026
3. Haberdasher Square Lofts
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, March 7, 2026
4. Haberdasher Square Lofts
Credits. This page was last revised on March 7, 2026. It was originally submitted on March 7, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 43 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4. submitted on March 7, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
