West Side Park
The statue was commissioned in 1898 and was a gift from the estate of Benjamin F. Johnson, an Illinois Central Railroad correspondent whose mansion faced West Side Park. The statue was sculpted by Edward Kemeys, whose work was heralded by President Theodore Roosevelt, (who commissioned over 300 works by the sculptor). Listed as an Honorary Local Landmark on June 1, 1999.
112 West Hill Street
Romanesque Revival architectural style
Built as the Hotel Beardsley Annex, this property played a vital role as the home of the Women’s Town Club, which provided housing for single professional women, beginning in 1917 through the late 1970s. Listed as a Local Landmark on August 18, 1998. Also known as Buzard Pipe Organ Crafts.
212 East University Avenue
Queen Anne architectural style
The Divan-Wojnar House features many details typical of the Queen Anne style including building asymmetry, bay windows, gables, decorative shingles, copper ornamentation, and slate roofing shingles. It retains the original metal fence and rear carriage house. Listed as a Local Landmark on August 4, 1998.
Washington, Springfield, Randolph, State, Prairie, and Mattis Streets
System consists of 722 original cast-iron poles. Listed as a Local Landmark on October 19, 1999.
1-8 Villard Court
Spanish Eclectic architectural style
The Villard Court Historic District is a residential court with pseudo-Spanish Mission details called Spanish Eclectic, which was popular between 1915 and 1940. It is the only bungalow court remaining in Champaign out of four residential courts in the twin cities. Listed as a Local Landmark on August 18, 1998.
101 North Elm Street
Georgian Revival architectural style
This property is one of the oldest examples of the Georgian Revival style in the area. The construction materials were the strongest available and result in the excellent condition of the building today. It was built by John R. Trevett, who enrolled in the first class of the Illinois Technological Institute, and eventually established the Trevett-Mattis Bank. Listed as a Local Landmark on January 20, 1999. Also known as Owens Funeral Home.






