Old Town Urban Planning Walking Tour/Salon

Old Town Urban Planning Walking Tour/Salon

  • ALL AGES

Walk Old Town's storied streets and learn about how city planners in the 1960s made it the buzzy, trendy neighborhood it is today.

By Jane's Walk Chicago

Date and time

Sunday, May 4 · 10 - 11:30am CDT

Location

Elaine's Coffee Call

1816 North Clark Street Chicago, IL 60614

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
  • ALL AGES

We are back for the first time since 2019 in a big way with a walking tour of Old Town, partnering with a housing/policy expert running for the Illinois Senate district that encompasses the area!Set your alarms bright & early, bring friends, and come learn how Old Town became the trendy, buzzy area it is today.

We'll tackle urban renewal, a century of queer history, and lots more.The tour is perfect for anyone curious about Chicago or how cities work. Plus we'll share tips on how each of us can shape our neighborhoods - like Jane Jacobs did!

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Jane's Walk Chicago

Jane’s Walks are free citizen-led walks inspired by urbanist Jane Jacobs. Walk with us & envision a Chicago that's healthy, vibrant, and just.

Jane's Walk Chicago is a "pay-what-you-can" tour service. The walks are free, but a tip of about $10 per person is welcome.