Chicago’s Oldest House Faces Uncertain Future As Historical Society Funds Dry Up
The Norwood Park Historical Society is seeking funds to preserve the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, Chicago's oldest residence. The historic building faces an uncertain future as the organization's funding has decreased.
The Norwood Park Historical Society is raising money to save the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, which is the oldest existing house in Chicago.
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