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Forgotten Chicago UIC & Near West Side Walking Tour
The decades-long story of the creation of a Chicago branch of the University of Illinois can be seen as both a triumph of urban renewal and the removal of a vibrant ethnic enclave. UIC celebrated its 50th anniversary in February 2015, and is today is seen as a key component of the regional economy despite its controversial beginnings. Join Forgotten Chicago for an all-new tour exploring this campus and the surrounding areas that remain intact today, one of Chicago's oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods.
The area in and around UIC is full of curiosities, including a 40-year old enclosed former shopping center by Metz Train Olson & Youngren, notable as a miniature version of a suburban shopping mall such as Woodfield, and once boasting extensive rooftop parking and a full-service Jewel grocery store. We will also examine the many remnants of the original plan of UIC, including the former "sidewalks in the sky" throughout the campus.
Tour Details:
When? Sunday July 26 at Noon. Rain or shine.
Where? The tour will meet and begin in front of the Halsted entrance to the UIC-Halsted Blue Line station (430 South Halsted). It will conclude at the Racine Blue Line station.
How Long? The tour will consist of about 3 1/2 miles of walking and will last approximately 2 1/2 hours.
How much? $15. Advance purchase is required. No walk-ups. All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges. If severe weather cancels the tour, credit will be issued for use on a tour of equal value.
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LocationHalsted Blue Line (Tour Start) (View)
430 S. Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60607
United States
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