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Schmidt Burnham Log House
| Region: | North America |
|---|---|
| Country: | United States |
| State: | ILLINOIS |
| City: | Winnetka |
Description
Research indicates that the Schmidt-Burnham log house is the oldest log structure in Cook County and that it was most likely built in 1837 by Alexander McDaniel, one of the first settlers in the area. It is also distinguished as the only home in the area to be continuously occupied for nearly 165 years. Originally located on the grounds of the Indian Hill Club, local artist and author, Anita Willets Burnham, "discovered" the log house while on a painting trip in the spring of 1914. She purchased the home in 1917, relocated it to 1407 Tower Road and restored it to its original condition.
Related Links
www.winnetkahistory.org/log_ho
use.htm
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1800s, 1900s, cabin, historic, home, house, Illinois, log, North Shore, Winnetka
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22 Jun 2007 01:05PM
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