|
This collection of buildings is one of Chicago’s most intact and impressive
early-20th century religious complexes. The church and rectory, designed by
architect Joseph Molitor, were completed in 1911. The adjacent two-story parish
house and neighboring school were built approximately 30 years later. All four
buildings were sold by the Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago in 2005 to Eden
Supportive Living for reuse as senior housing. An initial proposal for the site
– which called for reuse of just the school building – was approved by city
officials, but rejected by the community. Since then, the church has suffered
water damage from burst pipes over two winters. Conversations with city
officials have confirmed that the local alderman is now supportive of wholesale
demolition of the site.
Click A Thumbnail To Start Photo Slideshow
Photo Credit: 1-3 Robert Shymanski
|
