The Burnham Plan Centennial - Bold Plans, Big Dreams

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A Portrait of Daniel Burnham

A Portrait of Daniel Burnham

Mr. R.J. Lindsey narrates a slide program detailing the Chicago Fire of 1872, the building of the 1892 Worlds' Columbian Exhibition, and the Chicago Plan of 1909 outlining the development of our city.  The famed architect discusses his innovative buildings and presents the Burnham Plan advocating sensible city growth.  A selection of original 1892 World's Fair souveniers will be displayed.

High School students and adults are invited to attend this free program.

Program Partner

Chicago Ridge Public Library

Serving the Chicago Ridge community, the library has an 18,000 square foot facility with a collection of 73,084 items.  Approximately 48% of residents are library cardholders.  In 2008, adult cardholders borrowed 80,406 times, and 1,696 adults attended a total of ...[MORE]


This program was offered on these dates:
Thursday, October 1, 2009 7:00pm

Chicago Ridge Public Library

Hours:
M-Thurs 9am-9pm, Fri-Sat 9am-5pm, Sundays (Sept-May) 1-5pm

Cost: Free.

Website: http://www.chicagoridge.lib.il.us

Location:
Chicago Ridge Public Library
10400 S. Oxford
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
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