The Burnham Plan Centennial - Bold Plans, Big Dreams

Calendar & Projects

ALL CALENDAR ITEMS ARE FROM 2009. PLEASE CHECK WITH PROGRAM PARTNERS FOR CURRENT COSTS AND DATES.

Daniel Burnham: Architect, Planner, Leader

Daniel Burnham: Architect, Planner, Leader

Created for the Centennial of the 1909 Plan of Chicago, this walking tour explores Burnham's career through examples of his work in Chicago's Loop. Learn about Burnham's impact on the architecture and planning professions as well as his unique ability to work with creative talent and community leaders to accomplish great feats.

Tours run from 1:30- 3:30 p.m. on the following dates:

  • Sunday, May 24
  • Friday, June 5
  • Sunday, June 14
  • Sunday, June 21
  • Friday, June 26
  • Sunday, July 5
  • Friday, July 10
  • Sunday, July 19
  • Friday, July 24
  • Sunday, August 9
  • Friday, August 21
  • Sunday, September 6
  • Friday, September 18
  • Sunday, October 4
  • Friday, October 16

Please visit Chicago Architecture Foundation Web site for more information

Program Partner

Chicago Architecture Foundation

The Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing public interest and education in architecture and design. CAF presents a comprehensive program of tours, exhibitions, lectures, special events, and adult and youth education activities, all designed to ...[MORE]


Chicago Architecture Foundation

Cost: $15 general, $12 students and seniors, FREE for CAF members

Contact: tours@architecture.org

Website: http://www.architecture.org

Location:
Chicago Architecture Foundation
224 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60604
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