Chicago and North Western Railway Power House
Chicago and North Western Railway Power House, Historic power house in West Loop, Chicago, US
The cream brick structure features a 227-foot smokestack at Clinton and Milwaukee streets, with terra cotta trim and decorative cornices throughout the exterior.
Constructed in 1911 by architects Frost & Granger, the power house generated electricity for the Chicago and North Western Terminal until operations ceased in the 1960s.
The building represents a transformation in Chicago's industrial heritage, standing as one of only two remaining railroad power houses in the city.
The renovated structure now contains three levels of office and retail spaces, hosting businesses such as New Line Tavern and Body Gears Physical Therapy.
The power house maintained sufficient electrical output to supply a city of 15,000 residents during its operational period in the mid-twentieth century.
Location: Illinois
Architects: Frost & Granger
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture, Mediterranean Revival architecture
GPS coordinates: 41.88833,-87.64833
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:30
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