SAH Opposes Demolition of the Century Building and Consumers Building in Chicago

by SAH News | Jun 07, 2022

The Society of Architectural Historians (SAH) joins with Preservation Chicago to strongly oppose efforts to demolish the Century Building, 202 South State Street, Chicago, IL, and the Consumers Building, 220 South State, Chicago, IL. The SAH Heritage Conservation Committee wrote a letter of opposition to Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot on May 11, 2022.

Read the Letter

Image courtesy of Preservation Chicago.



Founded in 1940, the Society of Architectural Historians is an international nonprofit membership organization that promotes the study, interpretation and conservation of architecture, design, landscapes and urbanism worldwide. SAH serves a network of local, national and international institutions and individuals who, by profession or interest, focus on the built environment and its role in shaping contemporary life. SAH promotes meaningful public engagement with the history of the built environment through advocacy efforts, print and online publications, and local, national and international programs.
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