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Duneland Ghost Towns: Lake Shore Addition to the New Stock Yards Online

In the 1890s, the Lakeshore Addition to the New Stock Yards in Porter made headlines as the latest in a string of real estate scams out of Chicago. Hundreds of lots were sold in an area that was inaccessible by car or train, and it was nowhere near a stockyard. But after decades of abandonment, many properties went to tax auction and are today some of the most sought-after lots in the county. Learn about this fascinating tale of false advertising for land along the lakeshore.

Date:
Sunday, July 12, 2020
Time:
All Day Event
Time Zone:
Central Time - US & Canada (change)
Online:
This is an online event.
Event URL:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2j2b8RPM_38
Audience:
  Adult     Senior  
Categories:
  Adult Program     Senior Program  

Event Organizer

Serena Ard

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