Uptown Chicago History Tours

Thanks to the folks at Uptown United for letting us know about these great Uptown-based spring tours, hosted by the Chicago History Museum: http://www.chicagohistory.org/planavisit/upcomingevents


My Kind of Uptown

Thursday, May 14, 6:45 p.m.

On this walking tour, discover this North Side neighborhood's gangster past as well as its energized entertainment, including the Riv, the Rainbo, and Essanay Studios.

Cost:
$25; $20 members


Graceland Cemetery

Sunday, May 31, 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Experience the history of old Chicago as you venture through one of the country's most famous cemeteries. Al Walavich takes you on a fascinating tour through the graves of Graceland Cemetery, including famous Chicagoans Marshall Field, Louis Sullivan, Potter and Bertha Palmer, and George Pullman.

Location:
Tour begins at the cemetery entrance, corner of Irving Park Road and Clark Street.

Cost:
$15; $10, members