L Stop Chicago History Blog

The Cutler mail chute was not invented or manufactured in Chicago. But because it made skyscrapers more efficient and economical...

Though it’s no longer the world’s largest, the Hilton Chicago is still a spectacular and magnificent hotel — it oozes with history, is lavishly styled and is...

Everyone is familiar with Chicago's prominent museums but the majority of visitors to Chicago aren't aware of the many smaller, special interest museums....

The Lakefront consists of nothing but open space- parks & beaches- and is always open and accessible to the general public. It wasn't always that way, however....

Many around the world are familiar with Chicago's deep-dish pizza. Few, however, know who is responsible for inventing it, or even where it is from....

News of the name change for the Hancock Building got us thinking - what other iconic Chicago buildings have undergone name changes?...