Originally from Massachusetts , W.W. Boyington studied engineering and architecture in the State of New York . After this , he practiced there and served in the New York State Legislature before he decided to settle and work in the emerging metropolis of Chicago , Illinois in 1853 . Many of his buildings were constructed before the Great Chicago Fire of 1871 and destroyed by it ; however , the Chicago Water Tower and pumping station of 1869 survived and have become well-loved landmarks
Great Chicago Fire
Great Chicago Fire
William W. Boyington