A beautifully researched and highly collectible guide celebrating the architectural legacy of Lake Forest, Illinois—one of the North Shore’s most historically significant communities.
Published by The Lake Forest Foundation for Historic Preservation, this superb volume explores 80 distinguished properties listed in the National Register of Historic Places, including residential estates, commercial buildings, public structures, and religious landmarks. Each entry features photographs, detailed architectural descriptions, historical context, and location maps, making this guide both an educational resource and an inspiring reference.
Highlights include works by renowned architects such as Howard Van Doren Shaw, Henry Ives Cobb, and Frost & Granger, offering insight into the craftsmanship and design philosophies that shaped Lake Forest’s built environment.
This second edition (1994) is an essential addition for architecture enthusiasts, preservation advocates, historians, and anyone with a love for Lake Forest or the Chicago North Shore.
Price: $10.00 per copy
Format: Soft-cover 100 pages
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