Why Chicago's Underground Marina was almost LOST | The History of Marina City

This video takes you on a journey to explore the unique and iconic Marina City in Chicago. Discover the history and challenges faced by this architectural masterpiece, from its innovative concept and design to its resemblance to corn cobs. Learn about the switch from apartment rentals to luxury condos and the battle for preservation during the 1980s deterioration. Find out what's inside Marina City today and take a look at what it once was, with lost amenities. Join us on this fascinating tour of Marina City and uncover its rich history and significance in Chicago's architectural landscape.

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Chapters:
00:00 - Discovering the Unique Corn Cob Buildings of Chicago: Welcome to Marina City
01:21 - From Boom to Bust: Chicago’s Struggle with Population Decline
02:09 - Meet the Visionary Architect Behind Marina City's Iconic Design
03:13 - Exploring the Innovative Concept and Design of Marina City
03:36 - Why Marina City is a Chicago Landmark That Resembles Corn Cobs
04:19 - Overcoming Adversity: Marina City's Challenging Past
08:08 - Marina City: The Switch from Apartment Rentals to Luxury Condos
08:54 - The 1980s Deterioration of Marina City: A Battle for Preservation
09:36 - From Bankruptcy to Revival: The 1993 Sale of Marina City
10:01 - Step Inside the Iconic Marina City: What's There Today?
12:20 - Marina City's Lost Amenities: A Look at What Once Was.

IT’S HISTORY - Weekly tales of American Urban Decay as presented by your host Ryan Socash.

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Scriptwriter - Bex Weinstein
Editor - Oliwia Tracz,
Host - Ryan Socash

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