Allerton Hotel facts for kids
The Warwick Allerton Hotel is a famous hotel in Chicago, Illinois. It is a very tall building, 25 stories high, located on a busy street called the Magnificent Mile. This hotel was special because it was one of the first buildings in Chicago to have a unique design with "setbacks" and "towers." It became a recognized Chicago Landmark in 1998.
Quick facts for kids Warwick Allerton - Chicago |
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| General information | |
| Type | hotel |
| Location | 701 North Michigan Avenue. Chicago, Illinois |
| Coordinates | 41°53′43″N 87°37′26″W / 41.8952°N 87.6238°W |
| Construction started | 1922 |
| Completed | 1924 |
| Opening | 1924 |
| Cost | $4,000,000 |
| Owner | Warwick International Hotels |
| Height | |
| Roof | 360 feet (110 m) |
| Technical details | |
| Floor count | 25 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Murgatroyd & Ogden, with Fugard & Knapp |
| Developer | Allerton Hotels |
| Designated: | May 29, 1998 |
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The Warwick Allerton: A Chicago Landmark
The Warwick Allerton Hotel is a well-known building in the Near North Side area of Chicago. It stands tall at 360 ft (110 m), which is about the height of a 30-story building. The hotel has 25 floors and was built almost 100 years ago.
A Unique Design for a Tall Building
The Allerton Hotel was completed in 1924. It was one of the first buildings in Chicago to show off a new kind of design. This design included "setbacks" and "towers." Setbacks are parts of a building that step back from the street as the building gets taller. This design was a result of a new city rule from 1923. These rules helped make sure that tall buildings still allowed sunlight to reach the streets below.
The architects who designed this special building were Murgatroyd & Ogden, along with Fugard & Knapp. They created a hotel that cost about $4 million to build back then.
Becoming a Chicago Landmark
On May 29, 1998, the Warwick Allerton Hotel was named a Chicago Landmark. This means the city of Chicago officially recognized the building as important. It is important because of its history, its unique architecture, and its role in the city's story. Being a landmark helps protect the building and its special features for future generations.
History of the Allerton Hotel
The hotel first opened its doors in 1924. It was originally known simply as the Allerton Hotel. Over the years, it has also been called the Allerton Crowne Plaza Hotel. Today, it is owned by Warwick International Hotels. It continues to be a popular place for visitors right in the heart of Chicago's famous Magnificent Mile.
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