The Plan of Chicago Plate 106, Chicago, Illinois, Presentation Drawing 1909

"The Plan of Chicago Plate 106, Chicago, Illinois, Presentation Drawing" is a detailed architectural plan created by Daniel Hudson Burnham in 1909. This drawing, part of a larger set, offers a bird's-eye view of the proposed layout for a section of Chicago, focusing on the intersection of city streets and the lakefront. The plan reveals Burnham's vision for a city organized around grand avenues, parks, and public spaces, a design that aimed to enhance the city's beauty and functionality. This drawing, now housed at The Art Institute of Chicago, offers a fascinating glimpse into Burnham's ambitious plans for Chicago's urban development.