In January 2009, the Regional & Urban Design Knowledge Community of AIA Chicago starts a year-long lunchtime lecture series of programs around the major themes of the Plan of Chicago. The series is open to AIA Chicago members and others. Bring your lunch; beverages are provided.
The Plan and Its Influence (January 14, 2009): The series will begin with an historic overview of Burnham and his work in Chicago and around the world. Carl Smith, professor at Northwestern University and author of The Plan of Chicago: Daniel Burnham and the Remaking of the American City (2006), will be our first speaker.
Regional Transportation (February 11, 2009): Daniel Burnham addressed improving railway terminals and reducing railroad congestion in the 1909 Plan of Chicago. Rick Harnish, executive director of the Midwest High Speed Rail Association, will update us on current efforts to bring high speed rail to
This program was offered on these dates:
Wednesday, January 14, 2009 noon to 1:00pm
Wednesday, February 11, 2009 noon to 1:00pm
Wednesday, March 11, 2009 noon to 1:00pm
AIA Chicago
Hours:
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Free to AIA Chicago members; $15 for non-members. Space is limited. Register at www.aiachicago.org
Contact: Joan Pomaranc, 312.376.2720, pomarancj@aiachicago.org
Website: http://www.aiachicago.org