Photos

Content referencing John Biddle

The Curious History of Cathedral Square

The Curious History of Cathedral Square

Over 180 years, rising from pig-filled mud-hole to Courthouse Square to a recreational hub of East Town.

City Streets: Astor Street Was For The “Bluebellies”
City Streets

Astor Street Was For The “Bluebellies”

The highest point between lake and river was where wealthiest people settled.

City Streets: The History of Kilbourn Avenue
City Streets

The History of Kilbourn Avenue

Formerly Biddle and Cedar Streets, it was renamed and widened into grand civic lane.