Tour

Marvel at the original marble, mahogany doors and decorative wrought iron found throughout the two lobbies and uppermost floors of this 1895 building, designed by John Wellborn Root and Charles Atwood.
The Reliance Building is a great example of Chicago School tripartite design, yet its glass curtain wall foreshadowed the International Style that developed in the three decades following its completion. We will examine the building's delightful details, which include some original materials among replicas installed during a state-of-the-art, award-winning restoration in 1999.
This lively overview of Chicago architecture explores iconic buildings from the 1890s to present. We'll…
Learn about the great architectural landmarks of Michigan Avenue and State Street. The 40 years between…
Explore the construction, development and renovation of this State Street landmark by Daniel Burnham…
Discover the exciting diversity of Chicago architecture as we trace the city’s development from its…