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Chicago Orthodox Church Modeled After 15th-Century Monastery Nears Landmark Status
Original: Orthodox church modeled after 15th century monastery heads toward landmark status
An Orthodox church in Chicago, built with a design modeled after a 15th-century monastery, is moving toward receiving official landmark status. The designation would recognize the building's architectural and historical significance and offer it protection from alteration or demolition. Local outlets including WBEZ and the Chicago Sun-Times have reported on the effort, drawing attention to the congregation and the structure's ties to medieval religious architecture.
Why now: The church's push for landmark designation is newly in the news, prompting discussion of historic preservation in Chicago.
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- Orthodox church modeled after 15th century monastery heads toward landmark status · WBEZ Chicago
- Orthodox church modeled after 15th century monastery heads toward landmark status · Chicago Sun-Times
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