Publication of
The Salt Shed: The Transformation of
a Chicago Landmark
by Sandra SteinbrecherThe Salt Shed chronicles the compelling work of reimagining and transforming Chicago’s impressive Morton Salt Warehouse while honoring its history and its working-class roots. Originally constructed in 1929, the Morton Salt Company Warehouse Complex has been a familiar and beloved Chicago landmark along Elston Avenue between Division Street and North Avenue. For decades, the enormous hand-painted sign has captivated people traveling along busy Interstate I-90 and on Elston Avenue. As times changed, the property was no longer used for salt storage and processing, and eventually lay dormant. The building was initially acquired by R2 Companies and has been repurposed and transformed into a stunning music venue: conceived, designed and built by Blue Star Properties, with 16 On Center, and Aric Lasher of HBRA Architects.
This publication is made possible through support from the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation. Additional funding was provided by Morton Salt, Inc.