Landmarks Illinois
Landmarks Group Releases List Of 10 Most Endangered Historic Sites
Landmarks Illinois’ “Endangered Places 2013” list includes a variety of structures, including the Gage House, a pre-Civil War home built by one of Winnetka’s earliest settlers, and the Mineola Hotel in Fox Lake, which once served as a hangout for Al Capone.
Fight Over Future Of Prentice Women’s Hospital Still Simmering
The Commission on Chicago Landmarks is expected to soon weigh in on whether to demolish the distinctive concrete cloverleaf building that once housed Prentice Women’s Hospital.
Prentice Women’s Hospital, Historic West Side Hotel Make ‘Endangered’ List
Prentice Women’s Hospital has again made the list of the most endangered historic places in the state.
Historic Wilmette Home Could Be Spared From Wrecking Ball
A contractor who specializes in tear-downs is buying a historic Prairie-style home and cottage on adjoining lots in east Wilmette, but preservationists say the chances for saving both are looking good.
Historic Preservation Group Highlights Achievements
It has been 40 years since the creation of the Illinois Historic Preservation Agency, and a preservation group has compiled a list of what it feels are the 40 most important moments affecting historic restoration during that time.
New Regal Theater Deemed Endangered
The New Regal Theater on 79th Street and the Prentice Women’s Hospital in Streeterville have made the list for this year’s 10 most endangered historic places.
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