If you’re planning to travel to Chicago or even enjoy a staycation, your options just got a little more luxurious.
Since its establishment in 1881, the Hotel Florence has been a cherished historical landmark in Chicago’s Pullman neighborhood. Over the past five decades, dedicated efforts have been made to revitalize this establishment, restoring its original architectural features and making a significant impact within the community.
Now it’s on the verge of becoming a reality.
This historic South Side landmark is getting a $100 million transformation
According to ABC Chicago, a special partnership has been formed to help breathe new life into this historic building.
The hotel, named after George Pullman’s daughter, will once again become a center of hospitality, thanks to this public-private collaboration. It was originally built in 1881 as part of Pullman’s planned industrial town.
The $100 million revitalization project will convert the Pullman State into a boutique hotel, a dining destination, and a cultural and performing arts hub, further enhancing the resurgence of Pullman, now a national historical park.
Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said:
Hotel Florence will again become a destination for visitors, whether they’re coming from down the street or anywhere around the world.