House of Crosses

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House of Crosses

Spooky house

1544 West Chestnut St
Chicago, IL 60622

The inhabitants of this private residence covered the entire yard with painted crosses made from two-by-fours. The crosses bear the names of real and mythical celebrities including screen legends, characters from Arthurian legends and Chicago politicians. The individual detail in each of the crosses is stunning. Many are decorated with a coat of arms and other insignia. Call it folk art, or just call it odd. This is a spectacle not to be missed.

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