1 of 28 Block and Kuhl/ Montgomery Ward 5 E. Galena Aurora, IL Building Style: Classical Revival Date Built: 1928 Important Features: The large windows in this building are called Chicago style windows. This building also has many classical parts including the decorative pilasters and terra cotta work. History: This building was built to house the Block and Kuhl and Montgomery Ward department stores. Before shopping malls, department stores were located downtown. Carson Pirie Scott was the last department store to use the building in 1983.