Chicago Architecture: A Walk Through Time
Want a quick introduction to Chicago’s magnificent architecture? This 90-minute tour takes a comprehensive…
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Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise aboard Chicago's First Lady
Chicago’s First Lady is committed to taking the proper precautions to ensure the safety and wellbeing…
Mid-Century Modern
Looking for iconic Mid-Century Modern architecture? What better place than Chicago with its triumvirate…
Art Deco Skyscrapers: The Loop
View Art Deco masterpieces built in the heart of Chicago’s financial district during the Roaring '20s…
Must-See Chicago
Must-See Chicago is a fast-paced, 90-minute introductory tour to Chicago featuring some of its most famous…
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Select a tour of architectural treasures throughout Chicago and its suburbs, brought to life as only a CAC docent can.
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Mid-Century Modern
Looking for iconic Mid-Century Modern architecture? What better place than Chicago with its triumvirate…
Historic Skyscrapers
Chicago is home to some of the world’s earliest skyscrapers. Get an up-close look at these 19th Century…
Must-See Chicago
Must-See Chicago is a fast-paced, 90-minute introductory tour to Chicago featuring some of its most famous…
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Walk Pilsen
Discover Pilsen, a neighborhood that continues to welcome immigrants, adding to the mosaic that enriches urban life. Walk a vibrant community whose architecture and art reflect the dreams of all who come to Chicago. Trace European and Mexican influences…
Walk the 606
Learn about The 606/Bloomingdale Trail and how it came to be during this 90-minute, one-mile walking tour along the beautifully restored Bloomingdale railroad viaduct on Chicago’s Northwest side.
White City Revisited
Explore Jackson Park, site of the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893 and future home to the Obama Presidential Center.
Wicker Park
Learn the history of this Northwest Side classic Chicago neighborhood listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Developed by numerous immigrant communities beginning in the 1870s, today it is a diverse mix of economic levels and architectural…
An Evening with an Architect: Joachim Schuessler
Enjoy this one-time-only river cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady with commentary from architect Joachim Schuessler, Principal at Goettsch Partners. Price includes a glass of Champagne and FREE Center admission.
An Evening with an Architect: Julie MIchiels
Enjoy this one-time-only river cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady with commentary from architect Julie Michiels, Associate Director and Interior Design Leader in the Chicago office of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. Price includes a glass of Champagne and…
An Evening with an Architect: Thomas Kerwin
Enjoy this one-time-only river cruise aboard Chicago’s First Lady with commentary from architect Thomas Kerwin, Founding Principal of bKL Architecture. Price includes a glass of Champagne and FREE Center admission.