First Post Office

Near this site in 1833, the log store of John S.C. Hogan, was this section’s only post office, serving settler from miles around. Eastern mail was delivered once a week from Niles, Michigan.

Erected by

Chicago’s Charter Jubilee

Authenticated by Chicago Historical Society

1937

City of Chicago

Incorporated 4th March 1837

Marker can be reached from the intersection of West Wacker Drive and West Lake Street.

Courtesy hmdb.org

Credits and Sources:

HMDB