Celebrate the iconic businesses of Evanston!
Our legacy businesses have been operating in Evanston for 20+ years and preserve our economic and cultural fabric. Meet the long-standing businesses that have helped keep Evanston unique!
Get to know Mark Jones of Saville Flowers & Gifts!
Meet one of our Legacy Business owners Mark Jones of Saville Flowers & Gifts, located at 1714 Sherman Ave. and established in 1942. Watch our video interview to learn more about him and the business- then stop by and visit them for all your flower and plant needs!
Nominate the businesses you love!
Help identify additional legendary businesses across Evanston that contribute to our living heritage and sense of place.
It’s more than business
The Legacy Business Alliance celebrates, advocates for, and helps retain Evanston’s living heritage as embodied through the legendary businesses that make Evanston unique, as well as mentors and nurtures new and aspiring businesses.