From the Stacks to the Streets: Chicago’s Cultural Mile Walking Tour

Join us for a walking tour of Chicago’s Cultural Mile, inspired by Living Landmarks of Chicago by Theresa L. Goodrich, historic photographs, and other materials from the Chicago Collection at Harold Washington Library Center. The tour will be led by librarians from the Social Science and History Department. Starting at Harold Washington Library Center, we will walk about one mile along Michigan Avenue and stop at several of Chicago’s cultural landmarks. Along the way, we will look beyond the buildings themselves and discover the stories that made them part of Chicago history.Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. The walk is about one mile and lasts approximately 60 to 75 minutes. The program will take place rain or shine in mild weather and may be canceled in the event of severe or unsafe weather.How to AttendMeet at the Ida B. Wells Drive entrance of Harold Washington Library Center a few minutes before 10:00 am. The walk ends at the Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington Street. AccessibilityNeed sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.