Old Edgebrook District
| Old Edgebrook, Chicago | |
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| Neighborhood | |
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Houses at McClellan and Lundy Avenues | |
 Map of Old Edgebrook | |
| Country | United States |
| City | Chicago, Illinois |
| Community areas | Forest Glen |
| First settled | 1894 |
| ZIP code | 60646 |
The Old Edgebrook is a historic district and neighborhood in the Forest Glen community area of Chicago, Illinois, United States. The district was built in 1894 by various architects. It was designated a Chicago Landmark on December 14, 1988.[1]
Mary Burkemeier Quinn Park of Trees
The only Park District property within the confines of Old Edgebrook. According to the plaque in the park, it was a gift from Edward M. Quinn, whose house formerly stood on the site, in memory of his wife, Mary.[2] His will instructed that his house be demolished and a minimum of 21 trees be planted on the property, which was deeded to the Chicago Park District.
References
- ↑ "Old Edgebrook District". City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development, Landmarks Division. 2003. Retrieved 2007-06-26.
- ↑ "Chicago Neighborhoods > Sauganash, Forest Glen". ExploreChicago.org. City of Chicago. 2012. Archived from the original on March 3, 2012. Retrieved June 18, 2016.
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