Madlener House, Chicago

Name: Madlener House
Address: 4 W Burton Pl, Chicago, 60610-1416, United States
Telephone: +1 312-787-4071

#331 among attractions in Chicago

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The Madlener House, also known as the Albert F. Madlener House, is a 20th-century mansion located in the Gold Coast neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois, USA. It is the work of architect Richard E. Schmidt and designer Hugh M.G. Garden. Commissioned in 1901 and completed in 1902, the house was built as the residence for Albert Fridolin Madlener, a German-American brewery owner, and his wife, Elsa Seipp Madlener. Since 1963, it has been the headquarters of the Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts. In 1970, The Madlener House was placed on the National Register of Historic Places, and in 1973, it came under the protection of a Chicago ordinance protecting the city's historical and architectural landmarks. The house was fully remodeled and renovated by architect Daniel Brenner in 1963–64. ()

Built: 1902 (122 years ago)Coordinates: 41°54'35"N, 87°37'45"W

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4 W Burton PlDowntown (Near North Side)Chicago 60610-1416 United States

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+1 312-787-4071

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Madlener House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chicago History Museum, Oak Street, First Saint Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ulysses S. Grant Monument.

~1070 ftNW
Chicago history brought to life
Chicago History Museum, Chicago
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0.6 miS
Shopping, Shopping district
Oak Street, Chicago
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~1600 ftSW
Church
First Saint Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Chicago
8 min walk • Nestled in the bustling urban landscape of Chicago, the First Saint Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church stands as a beacon of faith and community in the heart of the city. With its rich history and vibrant congregation, this church is not only a place of worship but...
0.6 miN
Monuments and statues
Ulysses S. Grant Monument, Chicago
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0.5 miS
Park
Mariano Park, Chicago
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~1610 ftW
Theater, Comedy club, Concerts and shows
Zanies Comedy Club, Chicago
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~700 ftE
Museum, Science museum, Specialty museum
International Museum of Surgical Science, Chicago
4 min walk • The International Museum of Surgical Science is a museum located in the Gold Coast neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. It is operated by The International College of Surgeons and features exhibits dealing with various aspects of Eastern and Western medicine.
0.6 miW
Church
St. Michael's Church, Chicago
16 min walk • St. Michael's Church in the Old Town neighborhood of Chicago is a Roman Catholic church staffed by the Redemptorist order of priests.
0.6 miS
Italianate architecture
William Waller House, Chicago
16 min walk • The William Waller House is a historic house located at 1012 N. Dearborn St. in the Near North Side neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois.
~1140 ftN
Monuments and statues, Sculpture
Abraham Lincoln: The Man, Chicago
6 min walk • Abraham Lincoln: The Man is a larger-than-life size 12-foot bronze statue of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th president of the United States.
0.4 miN
Bridge, Modernist architecture
Lincoln Park Passerelle, Chicago
11 min walk • The Lincoln Park Passerelle is a through arch pedestrian bridge in Chicago. It spans Lake Shore Drive, and allows pedestrians to cross between Lincoln Park and the North Avenue Beach. The bridge was designed by Ralph H. Burke and was completed in 1940. It is a contributing property to the Lincoln Park Historic District.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Madlener House open?

Madlener House is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 11 am - 6 pm
Thursday 11 am - 6 pm
Friday 11 am - 6 pm
Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Madlener House?

Nearby attractions include International Museum of Surgical Science, Chicago (4 min walk), James Charnley House, Chicago (5 min walk), Astor Street District, Chicago (5 min walk), Chicago History Museum, Chicago (6 min walk).

How to get to Madlener House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Madlener House:

Bus

Clark & Burton • Lines: 22, 36, (N) N22 (4 min walk)
Lake Shore Drive & Burton SB • Lines: 151 (4 min walk)

Metro

Clark/Division • Lines: Red (11 min walk)
Sedgwick • Lines: Brown, Purple (13 min walk)