Testimonials and reviews
The Rookery light court, 209 South LaSalle Street. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers.
What readers say about Preservation Chicago
“Check out their excellent monthly watchdog newsletter.”
— Chicago Reader, Best of Chicago 2023
“Once again, bravo. These newsletters are extraordinary.”
— J.S., subscriber
“I have no idea how the newsletter is pulled together — it seems like such an enormous undertaking each month, but I value it so much. There’s a bible of this stuff being kept so nerds like me know what’s going on.”
— C.B., subscriber
★★★★★ 5.0 from 9 Google reviews
Preservation Chicago testimonials and reviews
“They do amazing work bringing attention to buildings that are at risk, and a lot of structures in the city are still standing thanks to their efforts.”
“Blown away by the depth of information in this monthly email — I will donate to support your organization. Keep up the great work.”
“A premiere advocate for the preservation of the fabric of the city that tells the story of this city.”
“You and Preservation Chicago are really making a difference.”
“An organization that fights for buildings and the interests of the people and communities that live near them.”
“I’m just really grateful for Preservation Chicago’s work.”
“So grateful for this organization.”
Preservation Chicago Newsletter testimonials and reviews
“Preservation Chicago is an absolute civic treasure. Hats off to Ward and Adam for their tireless advocacy. Highly recommend subscribing to their newsletter.”
“It’s an indispensable magazine of advocacy, histories, links and images of the city’s distinctive buildings.”
“I have been giving tours of Chicago for 22+ years. In that time, sadly, I’ve seen some great buildings disappear. However, there would be a LOT more that was missing without the fantastic work of Preservation Chicago! … Sign up for their emails and get involved with them.”
“Amazing amount and quality of material — well done.”
“Brilliant once again. Such fine and meaningful work.”
“I love your monthly newsletters and this one is especially good. Thanks for all you do.”
“This is a very persuasive and impactful piece. It accumulates an impressive record of making a real difference to the built environment in Chicago.”
“Your monthly reports really open our eyes to possibilities and to tragedies. I love the demolition list.”
“Amazing amount of important material, and I am particularly grateful for the attention to vernacular buildings and buildings on the south and west sides. A really important corrective to the tendency to see preservation as mostly about famous architects and expensive properties in the city’s most gentrified neighborhoods.”
“I have finally finished studying the February newsletter. Extraordinary! So much information, such wonderful material on current status.”
“So much good stuff to read. And “love your city fiercely” is a great motto.”
“I had the time today to read your email all the way through. Love it so much. It makes me sad that there’s so much need to save and renovate so many buildings.”
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