Castle Eden’s Demise Sparks Outrage | Chicago News

A century-old replica of the White House in Darien, Illinois, known as Castle Eden, faces demolition after the Carmelite order deems repair costs too high. Once the summer home of a politician, later a restaurant and rumored brothel, the structure has been a local landmark for generations. Residents are heartbroken as preservation efforts stall, though some hope for a last-minute reprieve. The order plans to salvage key elements like gates and chandeliers, but the iconic “White House of Darien” may soon vanish. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c7c21db6149384bd