Laramie State Bank of Chicago, Art Deco bank building in Chicago, United States
The Laramie State Bank building displays geometric forms with ornate decorations and colorful terra cotta elements at 5200 West Chicago Avenue.
The structure, completed in 1929 and designed by Meyer & Cook architects, represented financial growth before closing during the economic downturn in 1930.
Terra cotta artisans created detailed symbols of prosperity on the exterior, including coins, beehives, harvests, and squirrels, reflecting community values.
The building received Chicago Landmark status in 1995 and National Register of Historic Places designation in 2023, requiring preservation of its features.
The bank's design departed from typical fortress-like financial buildings of the 1920s through its incorporation of bright colors and decorative elements.
Location: Chicago
Inception: 1929
Architectural style: Art Deco
Address: 5200 W. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60651 60651
GPS coordinates: 41.89516,-87.75583
Latest update: March 21, 2025 19:55
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