Category Archives: Historic Buildings

Wade House

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Roger

On our way to a short weekend trip to Northern Wisconsin, we stopped at the Wade House Historic Site. We took a short carriage ride to the house and were guided through those parts of it not packed with school … Continue reading →

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Old Chicago Buildings

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Roger

Engine Company 98. This fire station on East Chicago Avenue has been in service since 1902. Chicago Avenue Pumping Station I took this next shot out the window of the Chicago Water Tower across the street. Chicago Water Tower This … Continue reading →

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McHenry County Historical Museum

Posted on August 19, 2014 by Roger

I’ve lived in McHenry County for 16 years and have been intending to visit this museum for about that long. I didn’t expect it to be thrilling, but it is my adopted county … Like all historical society museums, it … Continue reading →

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Inside the Catlow

Posted on May 18, 2014 by Roger

On Saturday, we were invited to a private showing of Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl at the Catlow Theater in Barrington. My friend’s husband rented out the theater and arranged for the movie as a … Continue reading →

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Cuneo Mansion

Posted on May 9, 2014 by Roger

I went with 15 coworkers to tour the Cuneo Mansion in Vernon Hills, Illinois. The Mansion was built in 1916 by millionaire Samuel Insull, who made his money in utilities. He designed the home in the Italianate style, with a … Continue reading →

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