Sylvester

Historical marker location:

3246 North Halsted Street, Chicago, Illinois

( Marker is on North Halsted Street, on the left when traveling north.)

Marker installed: 2020

The Legacy Walk.

The Chicago River was once so polluted that it caught on fire several times in the mid-20th century. The river was so polluted with chemicals and sewage that it was almost devoid of life. Today, the river has been cleaned up and is a popular spot for recreational activities like kayaking and boat tours.