City of Blue Island Discover Blue Island, The Historic Heart of Chicago Southland
Blue Island is excited to host two “behind the scenes” tours of our community on July 21 and 22. Meet at Fay’s Point on Saturday, July 21 for a hike of the history-laden confluence of the Little Calumet River and the Cal-Sag Channel. Once home to American Indian tribes, Fay’s Point has been witness to the many transformations Blue Island ... Read More »
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Heimbach House = Driehaus Winner!
A big Blue Island CONGRATS to Tom Hawley and Tom Mantel for being honored with the most prestigious historic preservation award in the state: Landmarks Illinois’ Richard H. Driehaus Foundation Preservation Award. Mr. Hawley and Mr. Mantel are being recognized for the amazing restoration of the Dr. Aaron Heimbach House. Designed by architect Bertand Goldberg (of Marina City fame) and ... Read More »