Curiosity Cafe: Great Lakes Recreational Sailing History

Schedule

Wed, 12 Aug, 2026 at 12:00 pm

UTC-05:00
Location

225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL, United States, Illinois 60201 | Evanston, IL

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The Great Lakes have been the site of trade and industry for millennia, but the waterways of the Midwest also have a long and interesting history of recreation. Chicago Maritime Museum curator Madeline Crispell dives into the people, stories, and traditions that make the culture of sailing unique on our inland seas.
Coffee and tea will be provided. You are welcome to bring a lunch.
FREE conversation, no RSVP required.
*Please note that there is no street parking on the North side of Greenwood until 1pm on Wednesday August 12.
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225 Greenwood St, Evanston, IL, United States, Illinois 60201

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