Immersed in the Past: Walking Tour of E. Rogers Park

Schedule

Sat Aug 15 2026 at 03:30 pm to 04:30 pm

UTC-05:00
Location

1226 W Sherwin Ave | Chicago, IL

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Step back in time and explore the hidden stories and cool spots of E. Rogers Park on this laid-back walking tour.
About this Event

East Rogers Park has been hiding its stories for over a century. On this one-hour walking tour, you'll uncover them.

Explore the neighborhood's rich architectural past, including the Frank Lloyd Wright Emil Bach House, Marion Mahoney Griffin Beach, and more storied landmarks that have shaped one of Chicago's most distinctive lakeside communities.

Your guide is Adam Selzer of Mysterious Chicago — historian, author of more than 20 books, and one of Chicago's most entertaining storytellers. Equal parts scholarly and hilarious, Adam brings the past to life in ways that will change how you see the city.

Starting and ending at Beach Glass Writers Residency, 1226 W. Sherwin Ave., this tour is open to all. Whether you're a history buff, architecture lover, or simply curious about the ground beneath your feet, you'll leave with a deeper appreciation for the neighborhood's layered past.

This tour immediately follows a historical fiction workshop at Beach Glass and is open to the public. All are welcome.

Limited to 10 participants. Reserve your spot today.

Interested in the full afternoon? Join us for Immersing Yourself in the Past: Tips for Writing Historical Fiction with Michelle Cox beginning at 1:30 PM. Workshop tickets available here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/immersing-yourself-in-the-past-historical-fiction-workshop-registration-1984571400482.

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1226 W Sherwin Ave, 1226 West Sherwin Avenue, Chicago, United States

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Tickets

USD 23.18

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