Is this where faith found its Chicago home? Right here, at the Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church on West Belmont Avenue, you’re standing before a testament to unwavering belief. Built in 1892, this house of worship wasn’t just another structure in Chicago’s burgeoning landscape. It was a beacon for the German Lutheran community, a place where their traditions resonated within these very walls. Designed by the acclaimed architect Fred Ahlschlager, Concordia Evangelical Lutheran Church held its first service on April 23, 1893. This moment marked the beginning of a legacy, a spiritual haven that continues to inspire and uplift its congregation to this day.
Rich Central High School
Ever wonder what it takes to build a school of the future? Rich Central High School’s story begins not here,