1961 to 1970
The 60’s continued the building boom that started in the 50’s and lasted past the end of the century with a few bumps (recessions) along the way.
The major expressway work started during the 50’s continued with the addition of the Calumet (Bishop Ford), the Stevenson and the Kennedy Expressways.
In addition the public housing boom continued with Rockwell Gardens located on 17 acres with 1,126 units.
Downtown Chicago continued to grow with Tower Cranes in abundance. Large jobs included:
60 story Chase Tower
100 story John Hancock
31 story Daley Center
70 story Lake Point Towers
2-65 story Marina Towers
And other notable buildings including
United Insurance
U.S. Gypsum
Equitable Life
IBM Building
In addition to the job photographs, you’ll find:
Photos of Local One Vietnam Veterans and
Vietnam War news headlines and military photographs
