Architectural Oddities in Chicago

The last masonry skyscraper ever built reveals a transitional moment in architectural history.

A 400-foot-tall tall map of Chicago makes this once-ignored building stand out.

Fragments of architectural wonders from around the globe are embedded in the newspaper building's walls.

First planned industrial community in the United States.

An eccentric park and pool.

These mansions date back to Chicago's days as a brewer's paradise.

Orthodox church partially financed by Tsar Nicolas II.

Theater has had many different incarnations but has survived the ravages of time.

A Chicago Movie Palace Lost to Time.

Once an ornate movie theater remade by Catholic Charities.

Landmark Chicago building narrowly avoided destruction.

The faint remains of a Polish news empire still linger.

The 606 is a decade in the making.

Four glass boxes hover over 1,000 feet in the air to give visitors an unparalleled view of Chicago.

One of the last functioning antique elevators in Chicago.

Not to be confused with the iconic New York City skyscraper, this Chicago building is a vibrant hub for artists.