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McKinley Park Walking Tour

McKinley Park Walking Tour

35th/Archer Orange Line StationChicago, IL
Sunday, June 14  •  11 AM - 1 PM
Overview

Join Chicago for Chicagoans for a walking tour of McKinley Park, covering neighborhood history, architecture, and current events.

REGISTRATION AVAILABLE BEGINNING MAY 31ST

Chicago for Chicagoans is excited to bring back our 2-hour walk of the McKinley Park neighborhood, led by ! As a passionate advocate for Chicago's industrial history, Erica brings her expertise of the Central Manufacturing District to a tour that weaves and winds through picturesque streets of vernacular architecture.

Beginning at the stop, we'll discover the history, landmarks, and towering structures of a neighborhood that's long been responsible for much of the city's bricks, iron, meat, furniture, and Goodyear Tires — while also housing an ever-changing, diverse immigrant population. From humble homes, to towering manufacturing supercenters, to churches, schools, and parks, join us to explore McKinley Park's unique stamp on Chicago's magnificent blue collar history. The afternoon will end with a stop for giant donuts at . Come learn more about your place in space!

! Please note: routes are subject to change at any time.

happily exists as a "pay-what-you-can" tour service. A suggested tip of $10-20 per person is always appreciated, but reviewing us on , liking us on , spreading the word, and attending future tours tells us how much you love us too! We are a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit that creates inclusive walking tours by & for Chicago residents, designed to represent the histories of all Chicagoans. Donate online fee-free at .

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Highlights

  • 2 hours
  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

Location

35th/Archer Orange Line Station

3528 S Leavitt St

Chicago, IL 60609

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