Rogers Park / West Ridge Historical Society

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20th Century
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1 The Iroquois Theater Fire
An on-line database and historical account of the Iroquois Theater Fire. This includes listings of victims, etc.
2 The Eastland Disaster
This is the website for the Eastland Disaster Historical Society. You can see photos, read accounts, view artifacts, etc.
3 Granada Theater
Lots of information on the long lost and fondly remembered Granada Theater.
4 Uptown Theater
Website devoted to the Uptown Theater
5 Cinema Treasures
This website allows visitors to look up information about theaters across the nation.
In the search function, you can choose distances from a particular zip code.
If you enter 60645, the results will be over 600 entries. You'll see the names and read about demolished theaters as well as shuttered ones and those that are open for business.

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About the Society

The Rogers Park/West Ridge Historical Society collects, preserves and shares the story of the diverse community of Chicago’s far north side. Established in 1975 by local residents who believed their part of Chicago was a place with much to celebrate, the Society today serves the community through its publications, architectural tours, and various educational and outreach efforts.

How to Contact Us

By Mail:1447 W. Morse Ave.
Chicago, IL 60626
By Phone:773-764-4078
By E-mail:info@rpwrhs.org

We are open weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Other times by appointment.


Board of Directors meetings are held the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Society's offices.