Wrigley Lodge, Social services building in Near North Side, Chicago, US
Wrigley Lodge is a social services building in Chicago's Near North Side featuring industrial architecture from the 19th century. The structure spans multiple floors with a distinctive rooftop water tank.
The building was constructed in 1891 as a butterine factory by architects Furst & Rudolph. William Wrigley Jr. purchased it in 1916 and began its transition to a new purpose.
The name reflects William Wrigley Jr.'s ownership beginning in 1916, when the building became linked to philanthropic efforts. Today, its spaces serve as a working center for rehabilitation and support services.
The facility houses rehabilitation and support services with various rooms for residents and activities. Access is available during operating hours for those with legitimate interest in the programs.
The building operated a thrift store for many years that provided both jobs and revenue for its social programs. This model of self-supporting services within a rehabilitation facility was uncommon in Chicago's social services landscape.
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