Almost 100 years ago, Daniel Burnham created the "Plan of Chicago." It was a milestone of urban planning, and the Art Institute of Chicago has a great online exhibition here.
Perhaps the most striking—and uniquely American—aspect of the Plan was its idealistic belief in Chicago as a city without limits. The planners believed their city could become the most beautiful and prosperous in the world, and they inspired its citizens to undertake the challenge.
You can also view the original plan document here.
The images in the plan are just amazing.
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