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Formed in 1898, the Geographic Society of Chicago is a not-for-profit organization of local, national, and international scope composed of professional geographers and interested members of the public-at-large. The Society’s mission is to advance the art and science of geography; encourage the study of geography in schools; recognize outstanding achievements in geography; provide leadership on geographic issues; and, to promote public understanding and appreciation of Earth’s peoples and places.
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Centennial Activities
Monday, June 15, 2009 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Burnham For Beginners
Geographic Society of Chicago
A short walking tour, “Burnham For Beginners” is an introduction to Burnham and Bennett’s 1909 Plan of
