Jackson-Thomas House

The Jackson-Thomas House is a residential building in Rogers Park displaying a blend of Italianate and Second Empire design elements. A classical entrance porch was added to the structure in 1910, enhancing its architectural composition.

Built in 1874 by Andrew B. Jackson, a founder of the Rogers Park Land Company, the house was later acquired by manufacturer L.H. Thomas in 1879. It gained landmark designation in 1984.

The house shows how wealthy Chicago business owners of the late 1800s displayed their success through grand residences in prominent neighborhoods. The scale and styling reflect the taste and aspirations of the era's prosperous class.

The house is located on North Ridge Avenue in the Rogers Park neighborhood and is accessible by public transportation. Visitors can view the exterior from the street and sidewalk in this established residential area.

The building merges two distinct architectural styles from the 1870s in an unusual way for residential homes of that era. Despite multiple modifications across many decades, its core structure remains largely intact.

Location: Illinois

GPS coordinates: 42.01040,-87.68210

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:04