06 Dec bldg. 51 musuem’s collection of art deco architectural ornament from historically important chicago buildings

historically important art deco style architectural artifacts salvaged from notable chicago buildings erected during the 1920s-1930s. the original ornament – all identified, meticulously documented and photographed is housed in the bldg. 51 museum collection.

when time permits, i will provide additional information, identifying the building ornament and the circumstances surrounding its removal (e.g., demolition, renovations, etc).

all images courtesy of eric j. nordstrom and the bldg. 51 archive.