Forum (Bronzeville) restoration

CTL-E-3196 · Event · other · 2020–present

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The ongoing restoration of The Forum (1897) at 318 E 43rd Street in Bronzeville, led by Bernard Loyd of Urban Juncture and approved by the Chicago City Council in June 2021, returning the building to a performance venue with banquet hall, retail, and restaurant space; expected cost at least $20 million.

The record

Also known as: Forum redevelopment

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Relationships

The Forum (Bronzeville) — held at
The Forum restoration takes place at The Forum, 318 E 43rd Street, Bronzeville.

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Bernard Loyd — initiated → this record

Sources

Chicago YIMBY - City Council approves redevelopment of The Forum at 318 E 43rd Street (2021-06)

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