John and Frances Glessner Award

The John and Frances Glessner Award was established in 2022 to recognize and honor an individual each year at the gala who has made an outstanding contribution to the cultural or civic life of Chicago. Aligned with the Glessner House mission, vision, and values, the award promotes our efforts to spark excitement in architecture, history, and design.

AWARD RECIPIENTS

2023 - T. Gunny Harboe

2024 - Susan Benjamin