J.C. Penney built one of their "New Generation" stores at FORD CITY CENTER. It was the chain's largest single-level location. A freestanding Penneys Auto Center is seen on the right.
Drawing from J.C. Penney Company 

The Southwest Side shopping hub is depicted in a mid-'60s site plan. In 1966, FORD CITY CENTER spanned approximately 1 million leasable square feet and was promoted as the largest mall in Chicagoland. Its expansive parking area had accommodations for 8,000 autos.