Walking Tour | Glitterati on the Gold Coast

A free walking tour of the Gold Coast led by a Chicago History Museum volunteer guide, offered on Saturday, October 31, at 10 AM. The route covers the lakefront enclave where the McCormicks, Palmers, and Ryersons built their mansions after the area was cut off from downtown until the DuSable Bridge opened in 1920. Expect ornate architecture by Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan, a rare wood-block alleyway, and the Archbishop’s Residence. Costumes are encouraged but not required; the tour runs 1.5 to 2 hours and meets at the museum, with free museum admission included for a week after the tour date. Note that the tour was rescheduled from October 24, and while the listing says free, the source also mentions a $25 fee ($22.50 for members), so confirm pricing when registering.