In 1930, Manteno State Mental Hospital opened its doors in response to overcrowding at other state asylums in the Chicago area. First praised for bringing jobs to Illinois during the Great Depression,...
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Congress Plaza Hotel
Posted on November 5, 2019
The Congress Plaza Hotel is one of the most prestigious hotels in the city of Chicago. Many guests have included heads of state, celebrities, and many other dignitaries from the world over. While it...
Chicago Water Tower
Posted on October 30, 2019
The Chicago Water Tower is one of the oldest buildings in the history of the city. In fact, it has witnessed its share of disaster over the years. One such event lead to the demise of one man inside t...
The Red Lion Pub
Posted on October 13, 2019
Chicago is a great city to visit. The city is rich in history, architecture, shops and restaurants. It has a unique weather pattern thanks to it being on Lake Michigan. With so many wonderful amenitie...
