The Chicago Public Library's One Book One Chicago fall programming offers multiple opportunities to view this film which explores the fascinating life and complex legacy of Daniel Hudson Burnham and how his vision to organize the chaos of 19th century America shaped the nation's towns and cities for generations.
The film, the first full-length documentary about Burnham, was directed by Judith McBrien and produced by The Archimedia Workshop in consultation with Kartemquin Films.
Upcoming showings are:
- September 15, 6 p.m. at Harold Washington Library Center, Cindy Pritzker Auditorium, 400 S. State Street, Chicago, IL 60605
- October 1, 6:30 p.m. at the Sulzer Regional Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
- October 7, 6:30 p.m. at Woodson Regional Library, 9525 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL 60628
Click here to view a video preview.
There is an additional screening on Sunday, October 25 at the DuSable Museum.
This program was offered on these dates:
Tuesday, September 15, 2009 6:00pm
Thursday, October 1, 2009 6:30pm
Wednesday, October 7, 2009 6:30pm
Chicago Public Library
Cost: Free event, no reservations required.
Contact: (312) 747-8191
Website: http://www.chipublib.org; www.thearchimediaworkshop.org