Nearly 100 years of history have awarded The Gwen’s storied structure many identities. Long-renowned as one of Chicago’s finest collaborations of sculpture and architecture, the unmistakable Art Deco-style facade of the landmark McGraw-Hill Building was meticulously crafted by pioneering sculptress Gwen Lux in 1928 — one of the few women in the field at the time, paving her way unabashedly. It’s Gwen, in all her vision and grit, who is our namesake and inspiration for our mission: to blur the lines between what is familiar and what is extraordinary.
In 2016, this iconic space was reimagined as The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, serving as an enduring emblem of the city’s golden era and a symbol of optimism for the golden years yet to come.
