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86 The mammoth building at 901 Lake Street has been taken for granted by many. It is quietly graceful in comparison to its decorative neighbor, Frank Lloyd Wright's Unity Temple. It is also one of the most visited spots in Oak Park.
Former Oak Park Postmaster Ralph Wright called the main branch of the Oak Park Post Office "the most beautiful building I have been in." Wright had seen his share of post offices. Before coming to Oak Park as Postmaster in 1974, Wright traveled as a postal inspector, visiting "almost every post office between New York and San Francisco." Oak Parkers should take a moment to notice the unique building.
Designed by Charles E. White, Jr. a student of Frank Lloyd Wright in the early 1900's, the Post Office Building was built to last. White, in a January 1932 presentation to the village zoning board, said "all materials specified are the most enduring that can be obtained." So sturdy is the building that it is expected to last another 200 years.
Location
901 Lake St
Oak Park, IL 41° 53' 19.23" N,
87° 47' 50.0424" W
