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Pullman, Illinois - A Closer Look

Pullman - A Closer Look

George Pullman’s company town was unsuccessful thanks to poor labor relations. The town itself was a fascinating piece of urban planning.

Foremen’s HousingCloser to the factory, larger homes were reserved for managers and executives. Public SpacesPullman’s Market Square and non-denominational Greenstone Churchsought to replicate civic amenities in other towns, but had limited success.