Politics & Government

Should the Harley-Clarke Mansion Become a Starbucks? An Art Gallery?

Evanston community members shares their thoughts on the future of the historic Harley Clarke Mansion.

After a long debate centered on the ownership of Harley Clarke Mansion, aldermen rejected a proposal to sell the mansion to James Pritzker.

Patch asked readers what they thought should happen to the mansion last week, and readers commented with a variety of opinions.

On Thursday, Patch went to the site of the mansion, by Lighthouse Beach and Lawson Park, to ask community members for their thoughts. Watch the video to see what Evanston neighbors think. 

What do you think should happen to the Harley-Clarke Mansion? Tell us in the comment section below.


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