Since 1994, the Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards has honored individuals, organizations, projects and programs whose work demonstrate a commitment to historic preservation. A generous grant from the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation enables Landmarks Illinois to present awards annually in various categories. The awards ceremony is held each fall.
Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards
2024 LANDMARKS ILLINOIS RICHARD H. DRIEHAUS FOUNDATION PRESERVATION AWARDS CEREMONY
Landmarks Illinois hosted its annual preservation awards ceremony October 18, 2024, at the historic Apollo’s 2000 theater in Chicago.
See event photos2024 LANDMARKS ILLINOIS RICHARD H. DRIEHAUS FOUNDATION PRESERVATION AWARD WINNERS
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Havisham Bourbon, Brew & Spirits, Alto Pass
Award for Adaptive Use
Montgomery’s Place, Carterville
Award for Rehabilitation
Historic Lawson House, Chicago
Award for Rehabilitation & Richard H. Driehaus Legacy Award
Ramova Theatre, Chicago
Award for Adaptive Use
Salt Shed, Chicago
Award for Adaptive Use
The Terminal, Chicago
Award for Adaptive Use
1212 Larkin, Elgin
Award for Rehabilitation
Midtown FAUST Company, Rockford
Award for Rehabilitation
Old Courthouse Center, Woodstock
Award for Adaptive Use
Learn moreMEET THE 2024 AWARDS JURY!
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- Quinn Adamowski, Landmarks Illinois
- Jenn Edginton, Illinois State Museum
- John Gay, JAQ Corp Int. P.C.
- Sarah Horton, Berglund Construction
- Anne Lazar, Richard H. Driehaus Foundation
- Erin McNamara, Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Union
- Lauren Parks, House of Miles
- Will Tippens, Related Midwest, Landmarks Illinois Board of Directors
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Learn about award recipients of the Landmarks Illinois Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Awards from 1994 to today.
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