Demolition of 19th century Tin Shop building in Batavia begins, making way for planned downtown plaza

Source Chicago Tribune
Original Load Date Jan. 21, 2026, 2:01 p.m.
Last Updated Jan. 21, 2026, 2:01 p.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/01/21/demolition-begins-tin-shop-batavia/

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Demolition of the Tin Shop building in downtown Batavia is underway. The tearing down of the 19th century building at 106 N. River St. began on Tuesday, according to the city, and was set to last for three days. The move is set to make way for a new downtown plaza in the city, which will include t...