Preservation of Historic Architecture and Resources
Formed in the early 1990's to save the Peabody Mansion from the developer's wrecking ball, the Landmark Conservancy is a group of volunteers dedicated to preserving historically and architecturally significant buildings which are critical to the cultural heritage of the Chicago area and educating the public about the importance of significant historic resources and their preservation.
Formed in the early 1990's to save the Peabody Mansion from the developer's wrecking ball, the Landmark Conservancy is a group of volunteers dedicated to preserving historically and architecturally significant buildings which are critical to the cultural heritage of the Chicago area and educating the public about the importance of significant historic resources and their preservation.
Conservancy News
In July, 2008 The Landmark Conservancy nominated the First Congregational Church of Western Springs for the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Award for Best Restoration.
The White City Tour
August 9, 2009
South steps of the Museum of Science and Industry
2009 Baar Lecture Series
Lecture Series details to come.
In July, 2008 The Landmark Conservancy nominated the First Congregational Church of Western Springs for the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Award for Best Restoration.
The White City Tour
August 9, 2009
South steps of the Museum of Science and Industry
2009 Baar Lecture Series
Lecture Series details to come.
Current Projects
The current project of the Landmark Conservancy is to preserve the picturesque Graue Mill Waterfall from demolition.
10 Most Endangered
The Landmark Conservancy nominated the Graue Mill Waterfall for the 10 most endangered.