Six Corners in Chicago Neighborhoods
I recently moved to the Portage Park neighborhood, near Six Corners, on Chicago’s Far Northwest Side. My zip code change not only gave me a new address, but a new identity. Chicago neighborhoods each have a unique character that seems to attach itself to you once you become a resident. People in Chicago really have […]
Bridgeport Neighborhood Tour Recap
This past Saturday we had our sold-out “detour” of the summer season. “Bridgeport History of Creative Production” brought together a group of mostly locals to explore the inner workings of art centers, factories and an artisan bakery in Chicago’s oldest neighborhood. You can always explore Bridgeport with us on the Big Shoulders Historic Bar Bus Tour […]
Chicagoland Architecture and History Events This Week
Get outta town! This week we bring you our favorite events in Chicagoland architecture and history that get you out of the city, or kind of, before fall is upon us. Our events this week feature hanging out mentally escaping after dark at the Art Institute, an Illinois history road trip, and a tour of […]
Bridgeport Neighborhood Creative Production “Detour”
We are getting pretty excited for “Bridgeport History of Creative Production,” a one-off “Detour” on Saturday, August 16th, that’s currently almost sold out. I’ve been wanting to do a tour of the Bridgeport neighborhood ever since I got the special opportunity to step inside the Decorator’s Supply factory a few years ago. Chicago’s oldest neighborhood has […]
Architecture and History Chicago Events For Summer
Looking for some Chicago events for summer with an architecture and history twist? Here’s our pick for the week featuring a special tour of an all-in-one campus skyscraper, and exclusive tour of Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood, and a community place-making event. 1. Roosevelt University’s Vertical Campus – SPECIAL TOUR 425 S. Wabash Ave. – Thursday, August 14th, […]
Things To Do In Chicago Architecture And History
We feature our favorite events each week of things to do in Chicago architecture and history. This week we highlight events that will get you enjoying Chicago out of doors including an overlooked historic house tour, a live jazz performance with picnic, and a unique bike tour of historic demonstrations. 1. Tuesday’s on the Terrace: […]