Assumption School
The Assumption School was a Catholic elementary school in Chicago, Illinois from 1899 to 1945. Located at 317 West Erie Street, it was founded by Mother Frances Xavier Cabrini, the first American to be made a Catholic saint. The school originally served Chicago's Near North Side Italian American immigrant community[1] and charged no tuition.[2]
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317 West Erie Street , 60654 United States | |
Coordinates | 41°53′37.5″N 87°38′11.5″W |
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Religious affiliation(s) | Roman Catholic |
Established | 1899 |
Founder | Mother Frances Cabrini |
Closed | 1945 |
Oversight | Archdiocese of Chicago |
Campus type | Urban |
The school building, noted for its intricate brick and stonework and copper cornice, was designed in the Beaux-Arts style by architect Frederick Foltz (1843-1916).
After the final class graduated in 1945, the structure was mainly used for commercial purposes, and for a time it fell into disrepair. On July 10, 2003, the Chicago City Council named the building a Chicago Landmark due to its historical and architectural significance. According to Chicago Mayor Richard M. Daley, "Assumption School stands as a fine example of a late nineteenth century urban school building, and its legacy is a testament to the work Mother Cabrini accomplished."[3]
References
- Assumption School Building Archived June 7, 2007, at the Wayback Machine. City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development, Landmarks Division (2003). Retrieved on June 26, 2007.
- Anthony Lascio. "Chicago's First Italian Church. Pointers in Person. April 22, 2003. Retrieved on October 24, 2009.
- Assumption School Designated a Chicago Landmark. City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development, Landmarks Division (2003). Retrieved on October 24, 2009.