CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) --Former banks, churches, and a tavern in Englewood are among landmarks getting funding from the city of Chicago for their preservation.
The funding was made possible through Adopt-A-Landmark grants and will help restore more than a dozen historic buildings citywide, including former banks in Austin and the Near West Side, a pair of performance venues in Uptown, and a former brewery-tied house in Englewood.
"From iconic theaters to historic churches, these grants signify our dedication to ensuring Chicago's landmarks not only reflect our past but also contribute vibrantly to our future,” Mayor Brandon Johnson said in a statement.
“This $8 million investment underscores our commitment to enriching our communities and preserving the architectural gems that define our city's character."
The grants will help pay for interior and exterior restoration work valued at more than $150 million, according to the Mayor's office. Projects were evaluated based on readiness, location, impact, funding, and need among other criteria.
Below are the sites that were selected for various projects:
-Former Laramie State Bank, 5200 W. Chicago Ave., Austin
-Former Schlitz Brewery-Tied House, 958 W. 69th St., Englewood
-First Baptist Congregational Church, 1613 W. Washington Blvd., Near West Side
-Former Mid-City Trust Bank, 801 W. Madison Ave., Near West Side
-Double Door Theater, 1050 W. Wilson Ave., Uptown
- Pioneer Arcade, 1535 N. Pulaski, Humboldt Park
-Aragon Ballroom, 1106 W. Lawrence Ave., Uptown
-St. Nicholas Ukrainian Catholic Church, 2238 W. Rice St., West Town
-IIT Main Building, 3300 S. Federal St., Douglas
-IIT Crown Hall, 3360 S. State St., Douglas
- Greater Union Baptist Church, 1956 W. Warren Blvd., Near West Side
- Wicker Park Lutheran Church, 1500 N. Hoyne Ave., West Town
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