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Community Chat => Bungalow Love => Topic started by: Howard on August 08, 2005, 09:38:16 AM

Title: How can I find Out the history of my house?
Post by: Howard on August 08, 2005, 09:38:16 AM
I was wondering how old -who was the builder,etc.Someone told me to contact the Berwyn historical society. Does anyone Know who to contact? Thanks.
Title: Re: How can I find Out the history of my house?
Post by: Neighbor on August 09, 2005, 04:09:19 PM
Thank you for the info, I was wondering about our homes history also. I will try to attend that meeting.
Title: Re: How can I find Out the history of my house?
Post by: Berwyn GOP on August 09, 2005, 04:17:10 PM
The Cook County Recorder of Deeds Office has an microfilm / microfiche archive of plata surveys dating back to the 1800's. That may be a helpful stop along your journey after visit with out local Historical Society.
Title: Re: How can I find Out the history of my house?
Post by: Neighbor on August 09, 2005, 04:49:37 PM
GOP,
Where is the deeds office on Lasalle?
Do I need an appointment to get in?