Every year, a press conference is held at City Hall to unveil Preservation Chicago's "Chicago 7 Most Endangered Buildings." The purpose of the Chicago 7 is to raise public awareness of the threats facing some of our city's most at-risk architectural treasures, whether they are single buildings, unique neighborhoods, or a category of buildings, such as Great Chicago Warehouses or Chicago's Religious Structures.

Thanks to the attention and actions triggered by the Chicago 7 annual announcements, many of the structures that have made our lists are still standing - and will remain so for future generations. These successes include the Metropolitan Community Church at 41st and King Drive, the East Village District (recently assigned preliminary landmark status), and the Veseman Building at 444 N. LaSalle St.

Most Endangered Buildings for 2005

1. 444 North LaSalle Building: 444 North LaSalle Drive
2. Charitable Eye & Ear Infirmary: 135 S Sangamon St
3. The Goodman Theatre: 120 South Columbus Drive
4. Hotel Dana: 666 North State Street
5. Jacob Riis Public School: 1111 South Throop Street
6. Sheffield Historic District: Armitage and Sheffield
7. Chicago Factories & Warehouses: Citywide

• • • Years Available:  2007 | 2006 | 2005