Alfred Caldwell, landscape architect

Chicago Landmark

One of the most important historic landscapes in Chicago, this “hidden garden” in Lincoln Park was designed by note landscape architect Alfred Caldwell in the Prairie style. Inspired by his mentor Jens Jensen and the work of architect Frank Lloyd Wright, Caldwell poetically interpreted the Midwestern landscape through the use of native plants, stratified stonework, and a natural-looking “prairie river,” with a waterfall that symbolizes it source.

Designated on November 6, 2002

Richard M. Daley, Mayor

Marker is at the intersection of West Fullerton Parkway and North Cannon Drive, on the right when traveling east on West Fullerton Parkway.

Courtesy hmdb.org

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