Episode 58 Old World Tours: Rockford, Illinois
Questioning Everything
- Published
- July 8, 2026
- Duration
- 1h 12m
- Summary source
- description
- Last updated
- Jul 22, 2026
Discusses society, culture, personal, journals.
Summary
Join us as we explore the hidden architectural gems and historical structures of Rockford, Illinois, uncovering the stories behind abandoned theaters, churches, and factories, and reflecting on the decline of craftsmanship and ambition in modern construction.We are taking the Old World Tour to Rockford, Illinois — one of the best remaining hidden gems for…
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Show notes
Join us as we explore the hidden architectural gems and historical structures of Rockford, Illinois, uncovering the stories behind abandoned theaters, churches, and factories, and reflecting on the decline of craftsmanship and ambition in modern construction.We are taking the Old World Tour to Rockford, Illinois — one of the best remaining hidden gems for seeing late 1800s and early 1900s architecture still standing in the Midwest.Rockford went from just over 13,000 people in 1880 to over 45,000
Themes
- society
- culture
- personal
- journals