Trianon, “World’s Most Beautiful Ballroom”

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This week for Flashback Friday we step back to the era of dancing and luxurious ballrooms with a look at Trianon, hailed as the most beautiful in the world. This phrase was more than just a slogan on a postcard, it was audible on many recordings and broadcasts here.

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Pilgrim Baptist Church and Kehilath Anshe Ma’ariv Synagogue

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In order to learn about this landmark, we must first look back at the beginning of Kehilath Anshe Ma’ariv (K.A.M.). Founded in 1847, Congregation of the Men of the West K.A.M. Isaiah Israel is the oldest Jewish Congregation in Chicago.

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Oversized Bay Window and Cupola at 59th and Union

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59th and Union in Englewood

At 59th and Union in Englewood is this Victorian-era commercial/residential building with an extra large bay window and cupola. It was built in 1893.


Romanesque Greystone in Washington Park

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This Romanesque Greystone 3-flat is at 5238 S. Michigan Avenue and was built in 1890.