Known as the "Village in the City," the Beverly/Morgan Park community developed as a country retreat for Chicago's social, political, and economic elite after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. The area's geography also affecte...

Buy Now From Amazon

Known as the "Village in the City," the Beverly/Morgan Park community developed as a country retreat for Chicago's social, political, and economic elite after the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. The area's geography also affected its development; a ridge formed by the last glacier to visit the area over 12,000 years ago placed the community at the highest elevation in the city and made it a perfect place to build large elaborate homes. With a section of the neighborhood designated as the Ridge Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places, Beverly/Morgan Park instantly stands out as a unique area of the city because of its diverse architectural styles, notable history, and strong sense of community.

  • Used Book in Good Condition
  • Used Book in Good Condition

Similar Products

Christmas on State Street: 1940's and Beyond (IL) (Images of America)Chicago's South Side Irish Parade (Images of America)Oak Lawn (Images of America)Chicago Lawn/Marquette Manor (IL) (Images of America)Irish Chicago (Images of America: Illinois)