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One Year Later: Controversial Demolition of A 19th-Century Barn in Avondale
3 commentsA former Gothic style barn or stable at 2934 North Wisner Avenue was arguably one of the oldest structures standing in the Avondale & Logan Square community areas, and was built when the area near Milwaukee and Kimball Avenues was farmland (adjacent to the famed Kimbell Farm founded in 1836), with a few residential structures.
Eagle Atop the Centennial Monument in Logan Square
1 commentBuilt in 1918 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of statehood for Illinois, the eagle, monument, and base are the central focal point for Logan Square park (which is actually a triangle).
Spanish Revival at Milwaukee and Diversey
Leave a commentThis corner building in the Spanish Revival style is at 2787 Milwaukee Avenue.