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Walking Tours

Explore the city on foot and watch the history and rich details come to life.


Know Your Neighborhood Walking Tours

Walking ToursSpend a Saturday morning strolling through the city's historic North Side. Tours are from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Location:
Tour meets at the Museum, unless otherwise stated.

Cost:
10; $5 members.

The Glitzy Gold Coast

Saturday, August 2, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 2
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The Old Town Trek

Saturday, August 9, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 9
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Saturday in the Park

Saturdays, July 26 and August 23, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Lincoln Park Lagoon Enjoy a walk through Lincoln Park, the gem of Chicago's lakefront.

Cost:
$10; $5 members.

Saturday, July 26
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Saturday, August 23
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Cemetery Tours

Sunday, July 27, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Graceland CemeteryExperience old Chicago as you venture through some of the country’s most renowned cemeteries. Historian Al Walavich leads these fascinating tours through cemeteries well known for their beauty, architecture and famous residents.

Cost:
$15; $10 members.

Oak Woods Cemetery

Established in 1854, Oak Woods is South Side's most significant and historic cemetery. Well-known athletes, scientists, activists, and politicians are buried in this architectural wonder.

Location:
Meets at cemetery entrance, 1035 E. 67th St.

Sunday, July 27
> This tour is sold out.


The Saintly Stroll

Saturdays, August 9 and September 13, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Saintly StrollJoin us for this limited series in celebration of our newest exhibition, Catholic Chicago. Chicago is known as a city of neighborhoods and these unique walking tours provide insight into the people and places that make up these communities and parishes. Each tour will visit two churches where you’ll learn about their architecture and their significance to the neighborhood. In partnership with the Center for Religious Architecture.

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Cost: $10; $5 members.

Little Italy

Saturday, August 9
> This tour is sold out.

Location TBD

Saturday, September 13
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Refund Policy:
Refunds for a tour will be given in the form of tour credit which can be applied to another tour. Credit will be given with a minimum of two weeks notice prior to the day of the tour. No exceptions.

Sign Language Interpretation:
The Chicago History Museum is happy to offer sign language interpretation at any of its public programs. Please contact the Public Programs Manager, at least 48 hours prior to the day of the event in order to accommodate this request 312.642.4600