Members of Chicago's elitist society have always been sought out by people who want to know how the "rich and famous" lived. Chicago had two distinct areas in which the prominent people lived, the north side and the south side. Prairie Avenue, in South Loop, was home to many prosperous Chicagoans such as Marshall Field, George M. Pullman, Philip Armour, and Fernando Jones. The picture on the right shows what Prairie Avenue looks like today. The avenue experienced a rebirth when builders took an interest in this area. Building began in earnest in early 2000 and continues to flourish today. A handful of original homes from 1870-1890 still remain. Preservation is important in Chicago. Many dedicated individuals and groups work diligently to preserve what remains of Chicago's history.
Members of Chicago's elitist society have always been sought out by people who want to know how the "rich and famous" lived. Chicago had two distinct areas in which the prominent people lived, the north side and the south side. Prairie Avenue, in South Loop, was home to many prosperous Chicagoans such as Marshall Field, George M. Pullman, Philip Armour, and Fernando Jones. The picture on the right shows what Prairie Avenue looks like today. The avenue experienced a rebirth when builders took an interest in this area. Building began in earnest in early 2000 and continues to flourish today. A handful of original homes from 1870-1890 still remain. Preservation is important in Chicago. Many dedicated individuals and groups work diligently to preserve what remains of Chicago's history.
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