SCANDAL! A Pearl-Clutching Tour of Historic Gold Coast Drama

102 W Divison,Chicago IL 60610

03 October, 2021

Description

Wild rumors, impropriety, spurned lovers, murder, and shocking fur thefts play into this tour of Chicago's glitzy Gold Coast addresses. Join tour guide Patti Swanson for an gasp-worthy exploration of perversion, passion, and corruption in the Second City—from the drama of high-profile luminaries like Bertha Palmer and Jane Byrne, to the tales of the criminal nobodies once found haunting the city’s dark corners, looking to score a quick buck. It might seem like exposed ankles were the peak of public outrage in the high society circles of yesteryear, but the true misadventures and misfortunes of the city’s elite are delightfully salacious still today. Those exposed to this "Century of Scandal" tour might just fall prey to a fainting spell—but fear not, vapors will be provided for those who brave this dive into Chicago’s degenerate past. Be sure to bring your pearls, your furs, and your biggest rhinestones: you'll need something to hang on to as your sense of high propriety is shocked to smithereens. Offered in partnership with Mysterious Chicago and Effing Chicago. DETAILS: Meet your guide at the street-level exit of the Clark and Division stop, near the entrance to Jewel-Osco. Please be on time! Paid parking is available nearby, but we recommend taking public transit.Please dress appropriately for a two-mile outdoor walk. Wear comfortable shoes and bring bottled water!There will be cursing, some murderous tales, and stories of old-timey affairs. Probably not the best tour for young children or prudish grandparents. No restrooms will be available during this program.Tips are welcome and appreciated, as are donations to Chicago for Chicagoans! We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping Chicagoans learn the history of their own city in an affordable and approachable way. Learn more here, or donate here!This event runs rain or shine, and takes place entirely outdoors.All attendees are required to follow current CDC and Chicago COVID-19 protocols appropriate to their vaccination status. All attendees must bring a mask with them and may be asked to wear one for the duration of the event. Failure to do so when asked will result in immediate expulsion from the group, without refund, for the safety of our guide and other attendees. Please buy with caution, as refunds for this event are only offered in extreme circumstances. Please inform the event organizer if you need to cancel.Questions? Email [email protected]. Chicago for Chicagoans is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization offering pay-what-you-can walking tours and history events designed for, and by, Chicago residents. The mission of Chicago for Chicagoans is simple: to educate residents about the places they inhabit, creating lifelong bonds and a deeper understanding between people and their spaces. Chicago for Chicagoans believes in accessibility of information, making the "pay-what-you-can" approach particularly crucial to the organization. Everyone deserves  opportunities to learn about their surroundings, no matter what their financial situation may be. Chicago for Chicagoans strives to form a collaborative learning endeavor by locals, for locals. By working with other tour guides, passionate community advocates, and various other "neighborhood correspondents," Chicago for Chicagoans hopes to create tours that are fully connected and integrated into the areas they explore.