The Lewis Institute at 1951 W Madison Ave. Lewis Institute was strategically located at the intersection of Madison Street and Robey Street ... Show moreThe Lewis Institute at 1951 W Madison Ave. Lewis Institute was strategically located at the intersection of Madison Street and Robey Street (now Damen Avenue). This location served as a transfer point for two of Chicago's 19th century streetcar lines making the school easily accessible by public transportation. Date of photograph is unknown. Date range listed is approximate. Photographer unknown. Show less
Color slide depicting the intersection of 35th Street and South State Street, looking northeast. Photographer unknown, possibly a member of... Show moreColor slide depicting the intersection of 35th Street and South State Street, looking northeast. Photographer unknown, possibly a member of the university's Department of Public Relations. Show less
Photograph of the Mecca Flats, located at 3360 South State Street and constructed in 1891. The apartments were designed by Edbrooke & Burnham,... Show morePhotograph of the Mecca Flats, located at 3360 South State Street and constructed in 1891. The apartments were designed by Edbrooke & Burnham, and were demolished in 1952. Originally constructed as a hotel for the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893, the 96-unit Mecca building became an apartment building after the fair. The building was acquired by Illinois Tech around 1941, and was demolished in 1952 to make way for the construction of S.R. Crown Hall. The building was also known as Mecca Apartments, and The Mecca. Show less
