Understanding Streetervile: A History

Home to top Chicago attractions including Navy Pier, the John Hancock Center, and The Magnificent Mile, Streeterville might as well be “Chicago” to most tourists. But, just beyond the hotspots, this affluent residential neighborhood is exploding in popularity. Once a shantytown ruled by namesake Captain George Streeter, today the neighborhood is bursting with luxury high-rises, prestigious institutions, and a thriving restaurant scene.

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