Chicago's skyline is the second largest in the United States, in North America, and in the Western Hemisphere, after New York City. The Home Insurance Building, completed in 1885, is …

Jan 28, 2020 · Encompassing 77 neighborhoods, the city has more than its share of local icons that give each area a sense of place. The following overview highlights 27 Chicago structures …

Jul 19, 2023 · Here are 10 history-making examples of Chicago architecture, and the many reasons why you should pay them a visit. 1. The Rookery Building. Listed on the National …

Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google, finally acquired the building in 2022 and began renovating it in 2024. The 17-story building curves and slopes facing a plaza on the southeast …

4 days ago · A Dirksen Federal Building lockdown and standoff ended after roughly 9 hours after a man armed with a knife caused an evacuation, sources said.

Sep 11, 2018 · You'll find gorgeous conservatories, historical houses, orante churches and towering skyscrapers on the resulting list, along with some fun facts to impress your friends …

Designated a Chicago Landmark in 1972 after being added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, The Rookery is universally considered an architectural masterpiece. Designed …

Chicago has long been a laboratory for architectural innovation and experimentation. Discover the stories behind some of the city’s most significant skyscrapers, museums, theaters, bridges, …

Oct 20, 2021 · With admirable strength, the city was reborn from the ashes and some of Chicago’s best architecture was constructed immediately after.

Aug 16, 2024 · Here is a list of the most famous buildings in Chicago. Read this roundup or use the jump links in the table of contents to learn something about it, and where it’s located. …