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Historic Landmark: The Chicago Water Tower
Located in the northern portion of the Magnificent Mile at Chicago Avenue, the Chicago Water Tower was built in 1869 and is one of few buildings that survived the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, due to its construction of limestone blocks. The tower, which resembles a small castle, is functionally obsolete and serves as a visitor information center, where the public can obtain literature about Chicago attractions. The Water Tower is also home to City Gallery, Chicago's official photography gallery. The pumping station still pumps water for the city. The Chicago Water Tower was designated the first American Water Landmark in 1969 and was designated a Chicago Landmark in 1971.
The Water Tower was erected to house a 138-foot-tall standpipe, three feet in diameter. This standpipe served to equalize pressure and to minimize the pulsation of the water flowing in the mains. The foundation of the Water Tower consists of 168 piles filled with concrete and capped with 12-inch oak timbers. Massive stones laid in cement complete the base up to six feet below the grade. The tower rises in five sections from the square ground- level base with battlement pillars at each of its four corners. Each of the 40-foot-wide sides has a stately doorway and two grand windows. The second and third sections are similar in design as they rise in diminishing size. The octagonal tower is centered and set back from the top of the third section. It rises 154 feet above the ground level. The standpipe was removed in 1911 when it was no longer needed. The spiral staircase which encircled the standpipe, however, is still intact and is used to reach the tower cupola.
This historic building sits in the middle of downtown Chicago between a bunch of modern skyscrapers reminding natives and visitors alike of our rich history.
23 Hidden Gems You Must Visit In Chicago. (Note: Chicago's strength comes from it's neighborhoods. Don't miss an opportunity to visit some of them.)
By Anna Kopsky, BuzzFeed Staff
1208 W. Webster Avenue, Lincoln Park
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2. Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington Street, The Loop
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2900 W. Belmont Avenue, Avondale
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4. Baby Wants Candy Improv Show
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The Apollo Theater, 2540 N. Lincoln Avenue, Lincoln Park
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5. Ferrara Original Bakery
2210 W. Taylor Street, University Village
“You can stop in and have a delicious lunch at a reasonable price! If you go on a weekday, you can expect to dine next to Chicago’s finest boys in blue or lawyers from the court building a few blocks away. A few scenes from the Chicago Fire TV show were also filmed here!”
Submitted by Debbie Kopsky, Facebook
6. Myopic Books
1564 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Wicker Park
Submitted by Sarah Hon, Facebook
7. Original Rainbow Cone
9233 S. Western Avenue, Beverly
Submitted by Quinlin Kelly, Facebook
8. Harold Washington Library
400 S. State Street, The Loop
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9. Rub BBQ
6954 N. Western Avenue, West Rogers Park
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10. Maggie Daley Park
407-461 S. Columbus Drive, The Loop
Submitted by Sarah Fisher, Facebook
11. Pequod’s Pizzeria
2207 N. Clybourn Avenue, DePaul
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12. Big Monster Toys
21 S. Racine Avenue, West Loop
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13. Pizano’s Pizzeria
864 N. State Street, Near North Side
“This place is truly a family restaurant. The pizza is Mama Malnati’s (of Lou Malnati’s restaurant fame) original famous recipe, and the wings are out-of-this-world amazing.”
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5153 N. Ashland Avenue, Andersonville
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6363 N. Milwaukee, Norwood Park
“Best hot dog and fries anywhere, served in a box. Car hop service by the best hops ever. The place is living history.”
1301 E. 57th Street, Hyde Park
“Fantastic little indie bookshop.”
3411 N Broadway Street, Lakeview
“If you are in Chicago and haven’t had a cinnamon bun here, all I have to say is…for shame!”
Submitted by Lauren Pfeifer, Facebook
Central Business District
This underground walking system is used by tens of thousands of pedestrians each day and connects to CTA trains and buildings over roughly 40 blocks in the Central Business District.
Submitted by William Zambole, Facebook
2833 N. Sheffield, Lakeview
This incredible bar’s most unique trait is its wide selection of FREE arcade games. From classic games to pinball, this place has it all. And the drinks are priced well, too.
1068 W. Taylor Street, University Village
“If you have a sweet tooth and want something cool and refreshing, go there because they make homemade Italian ice and it’s to die for.”
2121 N Clark Street, Lincoln Park
“Rumor has it, the house above the now-restaurant served as a lookout post for Al Capone’s henchmen. The atmosphere is gorgeous and homey and warm and gorgeous. For dessert, DO NOT SKIP THE TORTONI. A local Chicago Italian ice cream shop makes this special just for CPOGC.”
Submitted by Kari Shrode, Facebook
22. Puppet Bike
Various places in The Loop
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23. Promontory Point at Burnham Park
5491 S. Shore Drive, South Side
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We've hardly scratched the surface. The beautiful Lake Michigan with it's wonderful beaches, The restaurants and food offerings that exceed your wildest expectations, the professional sports games available to attend; MLB Baseball: The Cubs and The White Sox, MLS Soccer: The Chicago Fire, NHL Hockey: The Blackhawks (playoff games available until early June), NBA Basketball: The Bulls (playoff games available until early June) and NFL Football: The Bears. Chicago is arguably "The greatest sports city in America." The neighborhood festivals, The legends (Al Capone), the ghosts and the greats, Chicago has it all.
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