Centennial Monument Building
- Date Range
- January 1, 1918 – January 1, 1918
- Title
- Centennial Monument Building
- What occurred
- The Centennial monument which sits directly in the middle of Logan square represents the history of Chicago as a whole. It was dedicated in 1918 after World War 1, to mark 100 years since Illinois became a state. The images on the side of the monument represent the history of Chicago. Depicted on one side are Native Americans and a Jesuit Missionary and Pioneers. On the other side are figures that represent fine arts, agriculture, labor, and transportation. The pillar going up from those carvings was inspired by the greek which symbolizes the first true democracy. Finally the eagle on top represents the Illinois flag. This monument represents a lot of different factors of history and is an important spot for people to come together in the center of Logan Square.
- Location
- 3200 W Logan Blvd. Chicago, IL
- Image Citation
- Collins, Chandler. “Logan Square Monument Embodies Chicago's History.” LoganSquarist, 23 Sept. 2021, https://logansquarist.com/2014/07/15/logan-square-monument/.
- Student name(s)
- Olivia Bruursema