Fox Lake Illinois Lake County Lehman' Summer Home Masure And Leonhard Real Photo Postcard

Fox Lake, Illinois, within the larger Chain O'Lakes region, developed into a significant summer resort destination for affluent Chicago families during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The construction of summer homes, like the Lehman's residence on the East Shore, became a popular trend for those seeking respite from urban heat and desiring leisure opportunities. Such estates often facilitated recreation, including activities like tennis, visible in the foreground.