Uptown Broadway Building
Uptown Broadway Building, Historic office building in Uptown, Chicago, United States.
Description
The Uptown Broadway Building is a three-story office structure with an ornate terra-cotta facade from the early 20th century. The exterior displays elaborate decorative details featuring ancient deities, ram heads, shields, and bird motifs across its surface.
History
Architect Walter W. Ahlschlager designed this building in 1926 during a prosperous period for Chicago's architecture. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1986, recognizing its role in the city's architectural heritage.
Culture
The building hosts the Baton Show Lounge since 2019, continuing its role as an entertainment destination in the Uptown neighborhood. Venues like this shape the character and creative life of this part of the city.
Practical
The building sits on North Broadway in the Uptown district and is easily accessible by multiple public transportation routes. The facade faces the street directly, and the surrounding area offers parking options and other services nearby.
Did you know?
The basement rooms may have served as an illegal bar during Prohibition in the 1920s. This hidden chapter reflects the secret side of history that many Chicago buildings from that era quietly preserve.
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