Edgebrook-Wildwood Walking Tour

REGISTRATION AVAILABLE BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 21ST

Chicago for Chicagoans is delighted to announce a brand-new walking tour for 2025: Edgebrook-Wildwood! Led by area native and urban planner Matt Weiss, this tour will explore one of the city's fringe northwest side neighborhoods that's teeming with greenery and quiet, cozy streets.

Beginning at the Edgebrook Metra Station (5438 W. Devon), the tour will cover local history, architecture, and landmarks of the area -- from the historic homes of Old Edgebrook, to the North Branch Trail System, to the thriving mom & pop business districts along Devon and Central Avenue. You'll discover how this proudly "still Chicago!" community relates to its suburban neighbors, ponder the history of local schools and grocery stores, and admire the murals adorning the railroad viaduct that bifurcates the area. The afternoon will end near the Leaning Tower of Niles (one of the area's wackiest must-see landmarks), and participants are encouraged to join their fellow tour-takers for a delicious glass of beer at Une Année Brewery.

​Chicago for Chicagoans happily exists as a "pay-what-you-can" tour service. A suggested tip of $10-20 per person is always appreciated, but reviewing us on Yelp, liking us on Facebook, spreading the word, and attending future tours tells us how much you love us too! We are a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit that creates inclusive walking tours by & for Chicago residents, designed to represent the histories of all Chicagoans. Donate online fee-free at chicagoforchicagoans.org.

To view our tour route maps, click here! Please note: routes are subject to change at any time. Since this is a new tour, the route may not be posted until 48 hours before the event.

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