Current Street

S Chappel Ave

2032E | from 6700 to 9831

? - present

Possibly part of the Hyde Park annexation in 1889.
Named after Eliza Chappel teacher who opened a school in 1833. She was the wife of Rev. Jeremiah Porter and early preacher in the city. The school was partially financed by revenue from the sale of canal land.

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Source Notes

  • CHS "Chicago Streets" Document:

    «Chappel Ave., 2026E 6700 to 13800S. Named after Eliza Chappel teacher who opened a school in 1833. She was the wife of Rev. Jeremiah Porter and early preacher in the city. The school was partially financed by revenue from the sale of canal land. Birch Ave., Central Ave., Rupp Ave., Seymour Ave.»

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  • import | tew | imported from city data portal and CHS "Street Names" document