National Register of Historic Places

Morton, J. Sterling, High School East Auditorium

Cicero, Cook County, Illinois
Listed
May 8, 1983
Type
Building
Period
Industrial
Ref No.
83000312

About this property

J. Sterling Morton High School East Auditorium, also known as Chodl Auditorium, is a Beaux-Arts building in Cicero, Illinois that was built in 1925 for J. Sterling Morton High School East. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1983. With a seating capacity of 2,545 the Chodl Auditorium was a popular place for community events and high school productions. It was the largest high school auditorium and non-commercial stage in the state. The stage, in fact, was big enough to serve as a regulation basketball floor. Theatrical productions were staged in the fall and spring when gym classes were held outside. On September 18, 2013, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra performed their 2013 Community Concert at Chodl Auditorium. More than 2,000 individuals attended the concert, including Illinois Lieutenant Governor Sheila Simon and local dignitaries.

Location

2423 S. Austin Blvd.
Cicero, Cook County, Illinois
41.84645, -87.77313

Categories

EDUCATIONARCHITECTUREPERFORMING ARTS
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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was Morton, J. Sterling, High School East Auditorium listed on the National Register?

Morton, J. Sterling, High School East Auditorium was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on May 8, 1983.

What type of historic resource is Morton, J. Sterling, High School East Auditorium?

Morton, J. Sterling, High School East Auditorium is classified as a building in the National Register of Historic Places.

What is the period of significance for Morton, J. Sterling, High School East Auditorium?

The period of significance for Morton, J. Sterling, High School East Auditorium is recorded as the industrial era.

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