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Highland Park

Explore Highland Park’s evolution from a pioneer settlement to a suburban haven with architectural marvels by Wright and Boyington.

This tour traces Highland Park’s history from pioneer settlement to summer retreat for Chicago’s wealthy to year-round suburb. Encounter a beautiful variety of residential styles and see homes by architects like Frank Lloyd Wright and W. W. Boyington.

Duration
2 hours
Site Type
Neighborhoods
Location
Suburbs
Architects and Styles
Meet

Highland Park City Hall, 1707 St. Johns Ave., Highland Park, IL

Know before you go:
  • This tour traverses two miles of winding residential streets. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
  • Parking is available in the Central Train Station East/West parking lots adjacent to the Metra station (Saturday and Sunday) or in the City Hall/Hazel Ave. parking lot at the corner of St. Johns & Hazel Avenues (Sunday only).

Tour reviews

    • This is a lovely ramble through beautiful neighborhoods, along ravines and eventually to views of the lake before returning to the downtown area.
      Cynthia Karabush
  • The Elisha Gray House

    The Elisha Gray House

  • A photo of 490 Hazel Ave.

    490 Hazel Ave.

  • A photo of 423 Hazel Ave.

    423 Hazel Ave.

  • A photo of the Sylvester Millard House (Ravine Lodge)

    Sylvester Millard House (Ravine Lodge)

  • A photo of First Church of Christ, Scientist

    First Church of Christ, Scientist

  • A photo of the C.S. Soule House

    C.S. Soule House

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