Abandoned Urban Factory in Chicago...

Akrobatiks · 2nd of April 2012 (Mon)

I found this abandoned factory on Chicago's west side last week and did some exploring alone. Needless to say, it didnt last too long since being in the place alone freaked me out something crazy!!! I grabbed a few shots and headed out quickly!!!

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After processing the images and falling in love with the look, I had to go back!! I asked around and found 3 other people willing to tag along for the next trip. I figured 4 people was a big enough group that we could be stealthy yet strong should any “situations” have arisen. After we all agreed on a day, we headed to the abandoned factory and did some more exploring. I definitely felt a bit more at ease being with friends this time!!

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I have tons of photos left to edit still, but I wanted to share this experience with everyone!!! This facility is the one of the coolest places I have ever been to!!!

mraynie · 5th of April 2012 (Thu)

Pretty cool! Is this the factory visible from I55 that looks like it could be an old grain elevator?

Akrobatiks · 5th of April 2012 (Thu)

Yup, its the Sante Fe Grain Elevator....

n.nickels · 3rd of May 2012 (Thu)

Yes this is a great spot. I've been going there since I was a kid, and am very fond of it. I can say over the past 2 years there have been WAAAAY more people than I would like going there, but it's still a great area. More than anything watch out for the tankers on the river. They are known for calling security as soon as they see someone, then you get a nice visit from a white SUV. the last activity was 3 weeks ago for this thread. Last time i went up there (around that time), the scrappers had taken almost everything they could. be safe climbing up. Also The buidling off to the side, with the graff, is known as "Kings Cave" http://theblog.momentumarttech.com/2...ve-update.aspx be sure to read the interview with Emte. and subscribe to the blog if you have a chance.

rick_reno · 8th of May 2012 (Tue)

nice find, anyone live there?

Akrobatiks · 11th of May 2012 (Fri)

I just found out news that the shady stairwell that accesses the upstairs has been removed... I havent been there to confirm it, but thats definitely a major bummer if its true!!! Im glad I made it up there when I did!!!

madjack · 11th of May 2012 (Fri)

Very interesting and colorfull interior.

S.Horton · 11th of May 2012 (Fri)

Quote:

Originally Posted by madjack

Very interesting and colorfull interior.

Ditto

n.nickels · 12th of May 2012 (Sat)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Akrobatiks

I just found out news that the shady stairwell that accesses the upstairs has been removed... I havent been there to confirm it, but thats definitely a major bummer if its true!!! Im glad I made it up there when I did!!!

it's true

I was in such disbelief. Glad i got to spend so much time up there.

arjay702 · 30th of May 2012 (Wed)

Hi friends, I've been trying to get into urban exploration in Chicago. I think this will be my first mission. What should I expect? Where are the entrance points? How should I commute there? I would appreciate any information.

2nd of April 2012 (Mon)	#1
Akrobatiks Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 270	Abandoned Urban Factory in Chicago... I found this abandoned factory on Chicago's west side last week and did some exploring alone. Needless to say, it didnt last too long since being in the place alone freaked me out something crazy!!! I grabbed a few shots and headed out quickly!!! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- After processing the images and falling in love with the look, I had to go back!! I asked around and found 3 other people willing to tag along for the next trip. I figured 4 people was a big enough group that we could be stealthy yet strong should any “situations” have arisen. After we all agreed on a day, we headed to the abandoned factory and did some more exploring. I definitely felt a bit more at ease being with friends this time!! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I have tons of photos left to edit still, but I wanted to share this experience with everyone!!! This facility is the one of the coolest places I have ever been to!!! __________________ JamieLinkPhotography.com Body: EOS 5D Mark II - Battery Grip BG-E6 Glass: EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM - EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM - EF 50mm f / 1.2L USM - EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM - Extender EF 2x II - Extender 1.4x III Last edited by Akrobatiks : 2nd of April 2012 (Mon) at 15:46.

5th of April 2012 (Thu)	#2
mraynie Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Chicago area Posts: 80	Re: Abandoned Urban Factory in Chicago... Pretty cool! Is this the factory visible from I55 that looks like it could be an old grain elevator?

5th of April 2012 (Thu)	#3
Akrobatiks Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 270	Re: Abandoned Urban Factory in Chicago... Yup, its the Sante Fe Grain Elevator.... __________________ JamieLinkPhotography.com Body: EOS 5D Mark II - Battery Grip BG-E6 Glass: EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM - EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM - EF 50mm f / 1.2L USM - EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM - Extender EF 2x II - Extender 1.4x III

3rd of May 2012 (Thu)	#4
n.nickels Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 8	Re: Abandoned Urban Factory in Chicago... Yes this is a great spot. I've been going there since I was a kid, and am very fond of it. I can say over the past 2 years there have been WAAAAY more people than I would like going there, but it's still a great area. More than anything watch out for the tankers on the river. They are known for calling security as soon as they see someone, then you get a nice visit from a white SUV. the last activity was 3 weeks ago for this thread. Last time i went up there (around that time), the scrappers had taken almost everything they could. be safe climbing up. Also The buidling off to the side, with the graff, is known as "Kings Cave" http://theblog.momentumarttech.com/2...ve-update.aspx be sure to read the interview with Emte. and subscribe to the blog if you have a chance.

8th of May 2012 (Tue)	#5
rick_reno Cream of the Crop Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 42,424	Re: Abandoned Urban Factory in Chicago... nice find, anyone live there?

11th of May 2012 (Fri)	#6
Akrobatiks Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 270	Re: Abandoned Urban Factory in Chicago... I just found out news that the shady stairwell that accesses the upstairs has been removed... I havent been there to confirm it, but thats definitely a major bummer if its true!!! Im glad I made it up there when I did!!! __________________ JamieLinkPhotography.com Body: EOS 5D Mark II - Battery Grip BG-E6 Glass: EF 14mm f/2.8L II USM - EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM - EF 50mm f / 1.2L USM - EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM - Extender EF 2x II - Extender 1.4x III

11th of May 2012 (Fri)	#7
madjack Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Orange County, Ca. Posts: 1,110 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: Abandoned Urban Factory in Chicago... Very interesting and colorfull interior. __________________ God Bless Our Troops... Especially the Snipers. www.pva.org

30th of May 2012 (Wed)	#10
arjay702 Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 374	Re: Abandoned Urban Factory in Chicago... Hi friends, I've been trying to get into urban exploration in Chicago. I think this will be my first mission. What should I expect? Where are the entrance points? How should I commute there? I would appreciate any information. __________________ “Adults are just obsolete children and the hell with them.” Dr. Seuss If anyone is looking for someone to give away free gear, look no further

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