The last one-room schoolhouse to operate in Illinois finds a new purpose after $1.6M restoration
- Posted on July 20, 2026
- By Chicago Tribune
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A historic one-room schoolhouse in West Chicago, which served as Illinois's last operating institution of its kind, is undergoing a comprehensive $1.6 million restoration project. This iconic red frame building, long abandoned and deteriorating, will be revitalized and repurposed to serve the community in new ways. The restoration effort represents a significant investment in preserving educational heritage and local history while breathing new life into this architectural landmark.
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