On North LaSalle Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
Ellis Chesbrough
Engineer
1813-1886
By 1855, Chicago was a growing city encountering problems with
its water supply and sewage disposal. In response to cholera and
dysentery epidemics, the Chicago Board of Sewage
Commissioners . . . — — Map (db m188067) HM
Near North Wabash Street at East Chestnut Street, on the left when traveling south.
North Loop Post No. 949 American Legion
Dedicated to
Howard F. Guthrie • John A. Trotter • Horton V. Anderson • Albert Sebosky • Frank J. DuMolin • Nathan Goldstein
This monument is dedicated to all the men and women of the
North Loop . . . — — Map (db m249591) WM
On October 7, 1871, the Great Fire of Chicago started on the south side of the city and continued north. As the fire approached Old Town, the bells of St. Michael’s Church began to toll. The walls of church survived, but the interior was destroyed. . . . — — Map (db m47605) HM
On North Wells Street at West Goethe Street, on the right when traveling north on North Wells Street.
The architecture found today in Old Town reflects
the diverse turn-of-the-century styles, which were
introduced after the Great Chicago Fire. Chicago
cottages stand side-by-side with Victorian
brownstones boasting Italiante and Queen . . . — — Map (db m188260) HM
From 1870 through the 1800s, Henry Piper, one of Old Town’s early entrepreneurs, operated a successful bakery in a narrow alley. Today, the building at Wells and North is known as Piper’s Alley. The existing house located at 1546 North Wells was . . . — — Map (db m47609) HM
On North Wells Street, on the right when traveling north.
In the 1830s, the marshland of what is today
known as Old Town was settled by a group of
Roman Catholic immigrants from southern Germany.
As farmers and laborers, the settlers converted
marshland into meadows and gardens, growing
cabbage, . . . — — Map (db m188253) HM
On North Wells Street near West Schiller Street, on the right when traveling north.
From its beginnings as a Chicago Neighborhood in the 1800s through the 21st century, Old Town has been home to a variety of residents who have contributed to American culture.
George K. Spoor - early 1900s filmmaker, operated Essanay Film . . . — — Map (db m276945) HM
On North Wells Street at West Evergreen Street, on the right when traveling south on North Wells Street.
The Benjamin Franklin School, located at
225 West Evergreen, is the fifth oldest school
in Chicago. The school, which today is known
as The Franklin Fine Arts Center,
originally opened in 1837 on Canal Street.
In 1856 the school was moved to . . . — — Map (db m188291) HM
On North La Salle Drive at West Superior Street, on the right when traveling north on North La Salle Drive.
The St. Vincent Center has played a prominent and unique role in the life-affirming, charitable history of the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago.
In 1881, the St. Vincent Hospital and Infant Asylum, popularly known as St. Vincent's Orphanage, . . . — — Map (db m238137) HM
On North Wells Street at West Goethe Street, on the right when traveling south on North Wells Street.
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places,
the buildings of 1240-1260 North Wells
were built in 1874. 1244 North Wells was home
to Engine Company No. 27.
Manned by 12 firemen, five horses and one
pumping wagon, the station provided . . . — — Map (db m188298) HM
On North Wells Street, on the right when traveling south.
The churches of Old Town reflect the
community's early history. German immigrants
established St. Joseph's Parish in 1846 at
1107 North Orleans. In 1852, Michael Diversey,
a prominent member of St. Joseph's Parish,
donated land at North Avenue . . . — — Map (db m188264) HM
On North Wells Street at West Evergreen Avenue, on the right when traveling north on North Wells Street.
In 1889, the world's largest bicycle maker,
Western Wheel Works, opened at 1350 North Wells.
During this time, Dr. William Scholl rented space
in the bicycle factory and began manufacturing
shoes. In 1900, Western Wheel Works closed
and Dr. . . . — — Map (db m188294) HM
On Ontario Street west of Rush Street, on the right when traveling west.
A visionary businessman who became Chicago's first mayor, William Butler Ogden helped to write the city charter, oversaw construction of nearly 100 miles of city streets, and built Chicago's first railroad.
Like many early settlers, Ogden was a . . . — — Map (db m234659) HM
On Canfield Road 0.1 miles north of Talcott Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
John Wingert was one of a number of immigrants who, seeking refuge from religious persecution in Germany, created a settlement called Canfield on the prairie frontier. One of the few surviving early farmhouses, within the Chicago city limits, the . . . — — Map (db m255127) HM
On Devon Avenue east of Milwaukee Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
The Forest Preserves of Cook County acknowledges that we are on the lands of the Council of Three Fires—the Ojibwa, Ottawa and Potawatomi—as well as the Miami, Ho-Chunk, Menominee, Sauk and Meskwaki peoples.
As a land management agency, we . . . — — Map (db m266451) HM
Near Newark Avenue north of Bryn Mawr Avenue. Reported missing.
This house documents the evolution of Norwood Park, from a farm community to a residential neighborhood. The small south wing had its origins as the home of Mark Noble, one of the first settlers in the area. An Italianate-style addition and other . . . — — Map (db m239935) HM
On North Avondale Avenue at North Nina Avenue, on the right when traveling east on North Avondale Avenue.
In recognition for their ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam this memorial is dedicated with Honor,
Gratitude and Pride to
Pfc. G. Kasper • Pfc. D. Fries • Capt. D. Luster — — Map (db m238982) WM
Near Higgins Road (Illinois Route 72) 0.3 miles west of East River Road.
[Front:]
1947 • 2001
[Rear:]
God • Country • Honor • Duty
Walter J. Sawkiw
Memorial Walkway
Dedicated Veterans Day
November 11, 2023
For his outstanding efforts in the Ukrainian American community, to include the acquisition . . . — — Map (db m240079) WM
On North Milwaukee Avenue 0.1 miles north of West Addison Street, on the right when traveling north.
The siting of this structure as well as its forceful brick facade, displaying elements of both the Chicago and Prairie Schools of architecture, make it Dwight Perkins' masterpiece. The school is named in honor of the German-born journalist and . . . — — Map (db m255782) HM
Designed as a "model home," this Queen Anne-style house was built for Irving Park land developer Charles N. Loucks. It is a fine example of "pattern book architecture," building designs sold through the mail--a popular method used to keep pace with . . . — — Map (db m66329) HM
On North Kostner Avenue south of West Byron Street, on the right when traveling south.
The John and Clara Merchant House is a handsome Second Empire-style building and an early example of "pattern book architecture"—building designs sold by mail-order. The house is noteworthy for its high-profile mansard roof and original detailing, . . . — — Map (db m295170) HM
On West Grace Street east of North Kostner Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
John and Phebe Gray were distinguished by their generosity and social conscience. In 1857 they donated land to build a township hall at Milwaukee and Irving Park Road. In 1888, they donated land to build St. John's Episcopal Church one block north . . . — — Map (db m309130) HM
On West Grace Street east of North Kostner Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
Constructed around 1856, this farmhouse was built by Phebe and John Gray on what was once a large farmstead in Jefferson Township, prior to annexation by the City of Chicago. The Grays were early settlers to the area who moved to Illinois from . . . — — Map (db m309067) HM
Near North Tripp Avenue south of Irving Park Road ( Route 19), on the left when traveling south.
Built for the brother of Charles T. Race, the founder of Irving Park, this is the only remaining structure associated with this important family in the community. This intact brick Italianate house, representative of the early residential . . . — — Map (db m255861) HM
On Mohawk Street north of Wisconsin Street, on the left when traveling north.
Albert Parsons was raised in Texas by his brother, Confederate General William Parsons. After the Civil War he became a radical Republican, and was appointed a state official during Reconstruction. The target of hostility from white Southerners, . . . — — Map (db m261151) HM
Henry Gerber House has been designated a National Historic Landmark
Henry Gerber founded and operated the Society for Human Rights out of his home at this location in 1924-25. The society was the first chartered organization advocating for the . . . — — Map (db m261159) HM
Settled in the 1850s by German immigrants, this area was virtually destroyed by the Fire of 1871. Most of these wood cottages and brick and stone townhouses date to the last decades of the 19th century. After World War II, this area became the focus . . . — — Map (db m261187) HM
On North Clark Street north of West Wisconsin Street, on the right when traveling south.
This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior
Circa 1881 — — Map (db m293746) HM
On North Crilly Court south of West Saint Paul Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
This house is nationally significant as the earliest known site associated with the gay and lesbian civil rights movement in the United States. It was the home of pioneering activist Henry Gerber from 1924 to 1925, during which time he organized the . . . — — Map (db m47813) HM
Settled in the 1850s by German immigrants, this area was virtually destroyed by the Fire of 1871. Most of these wood cottages and brick and stone townhouses date to the last decades of the 19th century. After World War II, this area became the focus . . . — — Map (db m47626) HM
On West Saint Paul Avenue west of Wells Street, on the left when traveling east.
Settled in the 1850s by German immigrants, this area was virtually destroyed by the Fire of 1871. Most of these wood cottages and brick and stone townhouses date to the last decades of the 19th century. After World War II, this area became the focus . . . — — Map (db m242471) HM
On Wells Street near Menomonee Street, on the right when traveling south.
This area was settled in the 1850's by German Immigrants whose community life centered around St. Michael's Church, founded in 1852. Small cottages, larger houses of wood or brick, and narrow tree-lined streets contribute to the charm of the Old . . . — — Map (db m261158) HM
Congratulations to The Second City on Serving up Chicago-style humor in this Old Town neighborhood for 50 years and to all who have helped make The Second City an institution that has been copied but never equaled.
Vi Daley, Alderman
Chicago’s . . . — — Map (db m47624) HM
[Text on the front of the base of the statue:]
St. Michael Archangel assist us in our battles against the evils of the day
Our dead are not unknown soldiers ✞ We know who they are and whither they seek to go
[Text on the rear of . . . — — Map (db m261148) WM
On North Central Avenue near West Irving Park Road ( Route 19).
Portage was created in 1913 in an area that had few parks since its annexation to Chicago in 1889. Members of local civic organizations argued that parks would enhance property values and improve the neighborhood. Their efforts resulted in the . . . — — Map (db m242949) HM
Portage was created in 1913 in an area that had few parks since its annexation to Chicago in 1889. Members of local civic organizations argued that parks would enhance property values and improve the neighborhood. Their efforts resulted in the . . . — — Map (db m242950) HM
On North Long Avenue at West Irving Park Road ( Route 19), on the right when traveling south on North Long Avenue.
Portage was created in 1913 in an area that had few parks since its annexation to Chicago in 1889. Members of local civic organizations argued that parks would enhance property values and improve the neighborhood. Their efforts resulted in the . . . — — Map (db m248209) HM
On North Central Avenue north of West Berteau Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
[Center panel:]
We owe so much to so few
Dedicated in memory of the Romanian
Americans, who in the spirit of
loyalty, made the supreme sacrifice
in World War II
Pfc. George Gherghescu Jr. U.S.A., Co. B 11TH Eng. Combat Bn., April 27, . . . — — Map (db m242951) WM
On North Hermitage Avenue south of West Leland Avenue, on the left when traveling north.
Hog Butcher for the World. Tool Maker, Stacker of Wheat, Player with Railroads and the Nation's Freight Handler; Stormy, husky, brawling. City of the Big Shoulders...
The first five lines from Sandburg's 1914 poem . . . — — Map (db m234538) HM
On North Clark Street at West Ainslie Street, on the left when traveling south on North Clark Street.
(German)
Zum andenken an die heldenmuthige thellnahme der Deutschen an der vertheidigung des neuen vaterlandes im Amerkanischen Burgerkriege
1861-65
Enthullt am 30 Mai 1887
(English)
In memory of the heroic Germans who . . . — — Map (db m81518) WM
On West Illinois Street east of North Franklin Street.
Built during a period of rapid expansion of the Chicago Fire Department, this red-brick firehouse exemplifies the rapidly-growing city's commitment to the health and safety of its citizens. The firehouse is distinguished by handsome brick detailing . . . — — Map (db m242942) HM
On North La Salle Drive at West Kenzie Street, in the median on North La Salle Drive.
Since 2018 this sculpture haş been on view at State and Lake. To facilitate the construction of the new CTA State Lake Station it has been relocated here. — — Map (db m295993) HM
On State Street 0.1 miles south of Kinzie Street, on the right when traveling south.
Dedicated to the memory of those gallant heroes from the Chicago area who were members of the besieged garrison on the Bataan Peninsula and at Corregidor, Philippine Islands, in World War II.
May the courage and fortitude displayed by this group . . . — — Map (db m240274) WM
On West Kinzie Street near North Dearborn Street, on the right when traveling east.
Built as the headquarters of one of the leading varnish manufacturers in the United States, this building is a rare Chicago example of Dutch Renaissance Revival-style architecture, marked by distinctive stepped gables. It was designed by Henry . . . — — Map (db m234669) HM
On West Kinzie Street near North Dearborn Street, on the right when traveling east.
A rare example of the Dutch Renaissance revival style
This historic building's facade is protected by a preservation easement donated to the Landmarks Preservation Council of Illinois — — Map (db m290357) HM
On North Dearborn Street, on the left when traveling south.
Chicago's first movable bridge was constructed at
this site in 1834. The timber span provided only a
60 foot opening for the passage of vessels. So
dangerous to ships was this narrow draw, that the
bridge was ordered removed by the council in . . . — — Map (db m181024) HM
On West Hubbard Street at North Dearborn Avenue, on the right when traveling west on West Hubbard Street.
Courthouse Place
Otto H. Matz, architect
1892-93
This Romanesque-style building, which housed the
Cook County Criminal Courts for 35 years, was the
site of many legendary trials, including the Leopold
and Loeb murder case and Black . . . — — Map (db m188841) HM
On North Dearborn Street at West Ontario Street, on the right when traveling south on North Dearborn Street.
Former Chicago Historical Society Building
Henry Ives Cobb, architect
1892
The Chicago Historical Society occupied this
structure until 1931, and it was that organization's
need for a fireproof building that accounts for
the . . . — — Map (db m180703) HM
On Erie Street east of State Street, on the left when traveling east.
Dedicated to the men and women of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America
Our great union was formed here in Chicago in 1881 by Irish immigrant Peter J. McGuire, "Father of Labor Day" and leader in the fight for the . . . — — Map (db m262700) HM
On State Street south of Kinzie Street, on the left when traveling south.
This metal-and-glass skyscraper was built to house the Chicago offices of the IBM Corporation, one of the nation's premier companies. It was the last American building designed by Mies van der Rohe, one of the most internationally-significant . . . — — Map (db m240272) HM
On East Erie Street east of North Wabash Street, on the left when traveling east.
This building was given to the
American College of Surgeons as a
perpetual memorial to John B. Murphy,
M.D., F.A.C.S., by his widow and
daughters who were joined by Fellows
of the College and generous Chicago
civic leaders led by members of . . . — — Map (db m185283) HM
On LaSalle Street at Illinois Street, on the right when traveling south on LaSalle Street.
This building survives from the heyday of Chicago's cable car system, the largest in the United States during the late nineteenth century. Originally housing a pair of Corliss engines, the Powerhouse served as a critical mass transit link between . . . — — Map (db m240250) HM
This "city within a city" was the first real estate development in Chicago to mix residential, commercial, and entertainment uses in a dense high-rise complex in the city's central area. It was
designed by innovative architect Bertrand Goldberg as . . . — — Map (db m240278) HM
On East Erie Street at North Rush Street, on the left when traveling east on East Erie Street.
McCormick Double House
Frederick and Edward Baumann, architects
1875
This early, post-Chicago Fire, Joliet limestone-clad building was
originally built as a "double” house for Industrialist Leander
James McCormick and his son Robert . . . — — Map (db m180925) HM
One of the finest examples of how civil engineering ingenuity shaped the development of society's quality of life in the 20th century
Designated: September 19, 2001 — — Map (db m287363) HM
On West Chicago Avenue west of North Sedgwick Street, on the right when traveling west.
Native plants are species indigenous to a certain region. Wildlife and native plants have co-evolved throughout history to rely on each other for survival. Native plants provide nutrient-rich food and shelter for wildlife. In return, animals and . . . — — Map (db m290511) HM
On West Chicago Avenue west of Sedgwick Street, on the right when traveling west.
Native plants are species indigenous to a certain region. They sustain local wildlife, enhance green spaces, conserve water, and mitigate climate change.
Native animals evolved together and are vital for each other's survival. While native . . . — — Map (db m290549) HM
On North Sedgwick Street near West Chicago Avenue, on the right when traveling south.
Native oaks were once a dominant tree species throughout the Chicagoland region. Oaks are a keystone species which hundreds of insects and animals rely on for survival. Wildlife will eat the oak leaves, shoots, and seeds (acorns) - and some will . . . — — Map (db m290548) HM
On Erie Street east of Wabash Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
Designed in the Richardsonian Romanesque style by an eminent architectural partnership, this house was built for the president of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railway Company. The Cable House is among only a few remaining structures that . . . — — Map (db m262724) HM
On North LaSalle Street south of Kinzie Street, on the right when traveling north.
Combining elements of both the Chicago and Prairie schools of architecture, this is a particularly fine example of industrial design. The outside walls clearly express the supporting frame. The building is enhanced by the superb proportions of the . . . — — Map (db m240267) HM
On North Michigan Avenue south of East Ohio Street, on the right when traveling south.
Ruth Page
Dancer and Choreographer
1899 - 1991
Ruth Page was a pioneering figure in
American dance, and the most influential
dance presence that Chicago has ever
known. Choreographing operas into ballets,
she created an . . . — — Map (db m181012) HM
On State Street north of Superior Street, on the right when traveling north.
Motivated by the love of the Sacred Heart, Mother Cabrini came to the U.S. from Italy in 1889 to serve the neediest of her time, especially the immigrant. With missionary zeal, she traveled the Americas for the next 28 years opening schools, . . . — — Map (db m265211) HM
On North State Street, on the left when traveling north.
The Norwegian sailing ship
Sleipner
left Bergen, Norway- May 23, 1862
arrived Chicago- August 2, 1862
this ship, carrying 107 passengers and 350 tons of cargo
moored at this location in the Chicago River. The Sleipner
called again in 1863, . . . — — Map (db m134955) HM
On East Ohio Street, on the left when traveling east.
Tree Studios
Parfitt Brothers, with Bauer & Hill
architects
Philanthropists Lambert and Anna Field Tree
constructed this artists studio building in the
backyard of their since-demolished mansion.
The income from the retail storefronts . . . — — Map (db m180902) HM
On Wabash Avenue 0.1 miles south of Kinzie Street.
Recognized by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat as the:
Tallest building in the world with an all-concrete structure
Second tallest building in North America
Sixth tallest building in the world
According to CTBUH height . . . — — Map (db m262732) HM
On Dearborn Street near Chicago Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
The State of Illinois and the National Park Service, United States Department of Interior announce the listing of Victor F. Lawson House YMCA in the National Register of Historic Places — — Map (db m263949) HM
On West Chicago Avenue at Sedgwick Street, on the right when traveling west on West Chicago Avenue.
The Jesse White Community Center Nature Garden consists of the several pockets of native plantings located around the outside of the Center. In addition to showcasing a wide variety of native prairie plants, this nature garden features some oak . . . — — Map (db m290547) HM
On North Dearborn Street at West Illinois Street, on the right when traveling south on North Dearborn Street.
This tablet honors the memory of
William D. Boyce
who from his office in this building in the year 1910 started the procedures for the organization and incorporation of the Boy Scouts of America — — Map (db m249523) HM
On Illinois Street near North Dearborn Street, on the left when traveling east.
This tablet honors the memory of
William D. Boyce
who in 1915 in this building started the Lone Scouts of America and Lone Scout Magazine
1915–1965 — — Map (db m249528) HM
On West Sherwin Avenue 0.1 miles west of Sheridan Avenue, on the right when traveling east.
A pioneer of children's television, Burr Tillstrom's earliest puppet shows were put on in the window of his boyhood home for the neighborhood children.
Graduating from Senn High School in 1935, Tillstrom turned down a college scholarship to be . . . — — Map (db m243039) HM
On North Sheridan Road at West Jarvis Avenue, on the right on North Sheridan Road.
One of the last of Wright's small urban houses, the Bach House combines elements of the Prairie Style with a compact plan well suited for an interior lot. The inward orientation of the house ensures the privacy of its residents and reflects Wright's . . . — — Map (db m59980) HM
On North Rogers Avenue at North Clark Street, on the right when traveling west on North Rogers Avenue.
Clark Street honors George Rogers Clark, whose brother, William Clark, with Ninian Edwards and Auguste Chouteau, in 1816 negotiated Indian treaty ceding land including Chicago site from Rogers Avenue to Lake Calumet.
On North Ridge Boulevard at West Greenleaf Avenue, on the right when traveling north on North Ridge Boulevard.
Built by Andrew B. Jackson, one of the five partners in the Rogers Park Land Company that subdivided this area and a founding trustee of the town of Rogers Park, this house combines elements of Italianate and Second Empire architecture. Manufacturer . . . — — Map (db m300409) HM
On Sheridan Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
This university chapel combines modernistic Art Deco-style forms and ornament with abstracted Classical-style details. Known as "Modern Classicism," this hybrid style was an effort in the 1930s to create a modern architectural style with roots in . . . — — Map (db m267986) HM
On West Sheridan Road at Neil Hartigan Parkway on West Sheridan Road.
Mundelein College was chartered as a Catholic college for women in 1929 by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Dubuque, Iowa, and opened its doors in 1930. Its mission was to educate Chicago-area young women of diverse ethnic, . . . — — Map (db m268311) HM
On West Sheridan Road east of Neil Hartigan Parkway, on the right when traveling west.
One of Chicago's most visually-striking educational buildings, this limestone-clad "skyscraper" was built to house a Catholic women's college. Now part of Loyola University, the Art Deco-style building was designed with strongly-geometric set-backs . . . — — Map (db m268305) HM
On West Sheridan Road 0.1 miles east of Kenmore Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
I. I will give them all the graces necessary for their state of life.
II. I will establish peace in their families.
III. I will bless every house in which the picture of my heart shall be exposed and honored.
IV. I will console them in all . . . — — Map (db m268396) HM
Near Sheridan Road, on the right when traveling west.
Dedicated to the martyrs of El Salvador
November 16, 1989
Wounded Angel Sculpture
Artist: Emily Young, 2003
The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the Church.
—Tertullian
Ignacio Martín-Baró, S.J. • Amando López Quintana, S.J. • . . . — — Map (db m268345) HM
On West Juneway Terrace at Heritage Avenue, on the left when traveling east on West Juneway Terrace.
Initiated, developed and managed by community residents, Triangle Park is open to everyone. We salute the labor and devotion of everyone who helped make this dream a reality.
The Triangle Park Corporation and its membership groups include: The . . . — — Map (db m267961) HM
On North Clark Street at West Chicago Avenue, on the right when traveling north on North Clark Street.
(Former) Cosmopolitan State Bank
Schmidt, Garden & Martin, architects
1920
This Georgian Revival-style bank combines simplified classical
details with finely-crafted brick masonry and carved limestone.
The bank served the large . . . — — Map (db m180903) HM
On East Chicago Avenue at North Wabash Avenue, on the right when traveling west on East Chicago Avenue.
This rare surviving example of Victorian Gothic design is also one of the city's best late-19th century apartment buildings. Because early luxury apartments were viewed with skepticism, this building was designed to look like a series of four . . . — — Map (db m66612) HM
On West Walton Street west of North Dearborn Street, on the left when traveling east.
This library stands on the site
formerly occupied by the
Mahlon D. Ogden residence,
the only house in the path of
the Great Fire of 1871
which was not burned. — — Map (db m180595) HM
On East Chestnut Street at Rush Street on East Chestnut Street.
Supt. of Chicago License Bureau – 1923
Member of the Sanitary District – 1924
Member – Bd. of City Improvements – 1925
Dem. Ward Committeeman 42nd Ward – 1930-1961
State Representative – 1932 to 1934 . . . — — Map (db m47602) HM
On North Clark Street at East Delaware Place, on the right when traveling south on North Clark Street.
An oasis of greenery in a busy downtown,
Washington Square is the City's oldest
park, dating to 1842 when James Fitch,
Orasmua Bushnell, and Charles Butler of
the American Land Company donated the
property to the City.
The donors named . . . — — Map (db m185277) HM
On East Walton Place, on the right when traveling east.
227 East Walton Place Apartment Building
Harry Weese, architect
1956
This post-World War II building exemplifies progressive architectural ideals as practiced by one of Chicago's most eclectic and innovative
architects of the late 20th . . . — — Map (db m180744) HM
On East Chestnut Street near North DuSable Lake Shore Drive, on the right when traveling west.
Deceptively simple in appearance, these twin apartment towers set the standard by which all subsequent glass-and-steel highrises are judged. Few have come close to their perfection--in form, proportions, and detailing--and no other design by this . . . — — Map (db m256440) HM
Near North Lake Shore Drive at Delaware Place, on the right when traveling south.
The Commission on Chicago Architectural Landmarks by authority of the City Council of the City of Chicago, has designated this building as an architectural landmark
In recognition of an open plan in a multi-story apartment building where the . . . — — Map (db m267074) HM
