Preservation Snapshots Lecture: Bennett in the Shadow of Burnham

Edward H. Bennett is often an overlooked aspect of the 1909 Plan of Chicago.  Fresh from his diploma at the Ecole de Paris, he brought a French classic perspective to the preparation of the Plan. He also adopted to changing cultural situations in ways Daniel Burnham would not have foreseen. Landmarks Illinois, in a presentation from Arthur Miller, archivist and librarian for Special Collections at Lake Forest College library, will explore Edward Bennett, his input into the 1909 Plan, and how he came into the fullness of his own career after Burnham's death in 1912.

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This is a public lecture and all are welcome to attend. Reservations are not required.