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Address: 1855 S. Indiana Ave. Year Built: Circa 1836 Date Designated a Chicago Landmark: October 14, 1970 |
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This is one of Chicago's oldest buildings and the best surviving example of the Greek Revival style, which was fashionable in the early 19th century. The original owner was Henry B. Clarke, a wealthy hardware dealer, who died in 1849; thereafter, the building became known as the "Widow Clarke's house." It was moved from its former location in the 4500-block of South Wabash, to its current site in 1977, where it is part of the Prairie Avenue District.
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| 1. | Restored Exterior, photo by Bob Thall |
| 2. | Exterior, circa 1857 |
| 3. | House being moved over CTA tracks, 1977, Chicago Sun-Times |
