PDF Download: Preservation Chicago’s 2003 Chicago 7 Most Endangered Booklet
When a demolition permit was issued for the Mercantile Exchange Building, formerly located at the corner of Franklin and Washington in the Loop, in February of 2002, Preservation Chicago went into action. Although the building was demolished the following year, the effort to save it was not in vain because out of that battle came the Demolition Delay Ordinance. Read the full success story.
Preservation Chicago is committed to strengthening the vibrancy of Chicago’s economy and quality of life by championing our historic built environment. Preservation Chicago protects and revitalizes Chicago’s irreplaceable architecture, neighborhoods and urban green spaces. We influence stakeholders toward creative reuse and preservation through advocacy, outreach, education, and partnership.
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