Tag: Chicago Landmarks

Posted on 05/20/2024
Portage Theatre
In 1920 the Portage Park Theatre opened at 4050 N. Milwaukee Ave. Located near six corners in Portage Park, The Portage Theatre is one of the oldest movie houses in Chicago. The theatre was open for over 80 years, but in 2001 it closed down. There have been several remodeling projects on the theatre. The theatre re-opened in...
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Posted on 12/16/2023
Tips for Buying an Old Home: What You Need to Know
There’s nothing like living in an older home. Packed with personality, old-world craftsmanship, and distinctive architectural features, these properties have stories to tell – and, for prospective buyers, that’s a big part of an older home’s charm. But purchasing a home that is 75 or 100 years old or older also comes with unique challenges. So, if you’re...
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Posted on 10/05/2023
Leaning Tower of Pisa in Niles
It's a beautiful night, and we drove by the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Not in Italy, but in Niles. It's been around for about ninety years, and still looks magnificent. The history behind the tower is that, Robert Ilg, a successful businessman, built a 22-acre park, Ilgair Park, during the 1920s with two large outdoor pools, which needed...
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Posted on 08/17/2022
Cool Building at 228 W. Illinois Street, Chicago
We were in the River North area today, and saw this classic old firehouse building that was built in 1887. This former firehouse was built in 1887 to house Engine Company 42 of the Chicago Fire Department. The three-story, single-bay firehouse is distinguished by an exceptionally intact "storefront," ornamented with elaborate wood trim, incised metal columns, and rusticated...
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