1980s
The story of James J. Riordan, the highest-ranking Chicago police officer killed in action.
Despite high prices, attractive financial packages fueled interest in 31 condo units.
WFLD’s tenure at Marina City saw significant developments in Chicago’s television landscape.
The rise and fall of Marina City’s first condo board president.
Ellison Trine Starnes, Jr.’s tumultuous journey through Marina City was a roller coaster of financial success and failure.
When Marina City Associates declared bankruptcy, Marina City’s commercial property was put under the stewardship of trustee Ilene F. Goldstein, who navigated a complex web of creditors for 12 years.
Letters shed light on the maintenance struggles of Marina City’s commercial property.
The much-anticipated sale of Marina City’s commercial property ends in surprise and disappointment.
Once a symbol of optimism, financial turmoil had left Marina City deteriorating.
Marina City: The Definitive History of a Chicago Landmark
Trope Publishing Co.
Publication date: February 16, 2027
No other residential building in the United States has a more interesting history than Chicago’s Marina City. Discover the comprehensive story behind this architectural icon.