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July 8, 2026

July 8, 2026
Kameron Clepper
The Givins Castle, a 19th-century Irish architectural marvel built by Robert C. Givins, is recognized by the Smithsonian Institute as a historical landmark and is still standing in the Beverly neighborhood on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. This photo is part of the Columbia Chronicle’s “77 Community Areas” project, documenting Chicago in celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
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