Old Edgebrook District

Old Edgebrook District
Old Edgebrook, Chicago
—  Neighborhood  —
Map of Old Edgebrook
Country United States
City Chicago, Illinois
Community areas Forest Glen
First settled 1894
ZIP code 60646

The Old Edgebrook is a historic district and neighborhood in the Forest Glen community area of Chicago, Illinois, USA. The district was built in 1894 by various architects. It was designated a Chicago Landmark on December 14, 1988.[1]

Mary Burkemeier Quinn Park of Trees

The only Park District property within the confines of Old Edgebrook. According to the plaque in the park, it was a gift from Edward M. Quinn, whose house formerly stood on the site, in memory of his wife, Mary. His Will instructed that his house be demolished and a minimum of 21 trees be planted on the property, which was deeded to the Chicago Park District. [2]

References

  1. ^ "Old Edgebrook District". City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development, Landmarks Division. 2003. http://www.ci.chi.il.us/Landmarks/O/OldEdgebrook.html. Retrieved 2007-06-26. 
  2. ^ [1]


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