Millennium Park: Beyond the Bean

Special limited release from the vault: Learn how architects, artists and engineers collaborated with Chicago’s movers and shakers to transform a railroad yard and parking lot into a magnificent park that has thrilled millions and become the envy of cities around the world.

Duration: 1.5 Hours
Price: $30 Public
$10 Basic Members
Free for Deco Members and above
Meet: Chicago Architecture Center, 111 E. Wacker Dr.

PREMIER TOUR*

Celebrating the 20th anniversary of Millennium Park, CAC is offering this tour for a limited time. Though you may have visited the park before, our in-depth tour is sure to enhance your knowledge and experience. Understand the inspiration behind Anish Kapoor's huge, reflective Cloud Gate sculpture (nicknamed "The Bean"); Jaume Plensa's ever-changing, high-tech Crown Fountain; and Frank Gehry's exuberant, sculptural Jay Pritzker Music Pavilion and BP Bridge. You’ll also discover the many ways Lurie Garden symbolizes Chicago history and how Millennium Park became one of the world's largest green roofs.

NOTES:

Many tours sell out. To guarantee your space advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Your safety is our priority. The itinerary of this tour may be altered in accordance with health and safety policies and considerations.
This is a premier-level tour. Members will need to sign in during the checkout process to receive their discounted rate.