Fulton-Randolph Market

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Visit Chicago’s fastest developing neighborhood. Discover its transformation from a meatpacking hub to a trendy district.
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Discover the fascinating 150-year evolution of the Fulton-Randolph Market District from food wholesaling and meatpacking to gourmet restaurants, technology hubs and boutique hotels.

Duration
1.5 hours
Site Type
Neighborhoods
Location
Westside
Architects and Styles
Meet

1000 W. Lake St.

See how commercial and industrial buildings incorporate design elements that can turn the functional into the beautiful. Receive a list of nearby eateries at the end of the tour.

See how vintage commercial buildings have been beautifully repurposed for 21st century uses as restaurants, boutique hotels and corporate headquarters.

Tour reviews

    • I love how this tour shows how neighborhoods can evolve. Fulton Market is the crossroad of the past, present, and future.
      Lynne HenselCAC Docent
  • A photo of Graham Elliot Bistro

    Graham Elliot Bistro. Photo by Frederick J. Nachman.

  • A photo of WeWork offices Fulton Market as seen from street level.

    WeWork offices Fulton Market. Photo by Frederick J. Nachman.

  • A photo of Fulton Central Market

    Fulton Central Market. Photo by Frederick J. Nachman.

  • A photo of the Columbus Meats Company building

    Columbus Meats Company building. Photo by Frederick J. Nachman.

  • A photo of Zoes Manufacturing Company

    Zoes Manufacturing Company. Photo by Frederick J. Nachman.

  • A photo of Nicholas Quality Meats

    Nicholas Quality Meats. Photo by Frederick J. Nachman.

  • A photo of 220 N. Green St.

    220 N. Green St. Photo by Frederick J. Nachman.

Tour Accessibility

CAC is committed to improving access to our tours. The accessibility information below reflects our docents’ experience and is provided for general guidance only.

What to expect on this tour

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    Terrain & Surfaces

    Moderate - Some uneven or mixed surfaces 

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    Wheelchair & Walker Access

    Moderate - Ramps and alternate routes provided 

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    Steps or Stairs

    Easy - No stairs, step-free route 

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    Hearing Access

    Difficult - Loud environment, no devices available 

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