Built for 1933 Chicago World's Fair to demonstrate modern architectural design the Century of Progress Houses were brought to the dunes by barge in 1935 by Robert Bartlett to entice buyers to his new resort community of Beverly Shores. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the houses are being restored through a partnership of the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana and private parties.
Florida Tropical House
Architect: Robert Law Weed
Fair Sponsor/Purpose: State of Florida to showcase Florida and entice tourism.
Framed in wood and finished with lightweight concrete Stucco. Design seeks to blend the interior and outdoor environments, bringing together a spacious two-story living room, with overhanging balcony, and large open terraces on the roof. Color is original.
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