The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of U.S. sites, generally more than 50 years old, that deserve special attention and preservation. Each county in Illinois is home to at least one historic district or special site listed. On Feb. 7, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) announced 30 Illinois properties that were added to the National Register of Historic Places throughout 2018. The properties range from community art centers and high schools to firehouses and churches.
Scroll through to see 10 of the Illinois properties that have been recently added to the list. You can also take a look at last year's additions here and learn more about the National Register application process here.
Chicago Park Boulevard System Historic District, Chicago
Created in 1869, the Chicago Park Boulevard System was the very first comprehensive system of greenways established for a major city in the entire U.S., and its design eventually became a model for city parks nationwide. The Historic District of the park system, which spans 26 miles and includes eight parks, 19 boulevards and six squares, was added to the National Register of Historic Places on Dec. 18, 2018.
