Chicago and Movies on the Midway | Walking Tour

6016 South Ingleside Avenue,Chicago IL 60637

11 September, 2021

Description

Join the only all-outdoor walking tour in Chicago that explores the Midway's century-long relationship to the movies! Chicago's grassy Midway was the place to be in 1893! At the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition, the Midway was home to the fair's amusements. There, you would have marveled at belly dancers, an ostrich farm, the original ferris wheel—and, arguably, the first cinema! On this all-outdoor walking tour (0.5 miles), hit five spots on Chicago's historic Midway Plaisance as you learn about their connections to both early cinema and modern movies: At Midway Studios and Taft House, get acquainted with Lorado Taft: sculptor, teacher, writer, and early adopter of moving pictures.In the presence of Recording Angel, see Hollywood's first female action star in motion.On the Midway's green space, envision the first commercial movie theater.Finally, stand in awe of Fountain of Time, a 126-foot-long sculpture that has inspired both classic and modern filmmakers.Join us on the Midway, and discover Chicago's film history in an entirely new way! Tour SpecificsPlease visit the full description of Chicago and Movies on the Midway for information about parking, accessibility, Covid-19 guidelines, and more. Movies and TV series featured on this tour:The Lions (2021)Flatliners (1990)The Package (1989)Sunset Boulevard (1950)Chicago the Beautiful (1948)Sue (1915)The Hazards of Helen (1914–1917)The Horse in Motion (1880) What's included on this walking tour?Expert tour guide commentaryClips and vintage photos that enhance the Midway's film historyDemonstration of 19th-century moving picture devicesPlenty of Instagram opportunitiesFree parkingMini goodie bag! 💙 Chicago Movie Tours offers exclusive, expert-led walking tours, lectures, and immersive experiences related to Chicago and cinema. Join us, and discover Chicago through film!