Thank you to the building’s owner, Dawn Kincaid (of AROMA), the Crystal Lake Historic Commission, and Crystal Lake’s City Council (who voted unanimously to approve). Landmarking means that the facade of this special, notable building will be protected and preserved for future generations to enjoy.

Did you know? “The green bricks are made of TECO pottery, famously made at the American Terra Cotta & Ceramic Company factory in Crystal Lake. The company, started by William Day Gates, created architectural terra cotta for buildings nationwide and ornamental pottery pieces. The green color was exclusive to the Crystal Lake-based factory, created through a distinct and complicated chemical and firing process, according to city documents.” – Michelle Meyer of Shaw Media, from this article: https://tinyurl.com/bddb44wf

Past photo courtesy of the Crystal Lake Historic Society. Current photo by Todd Heintz Photography.