Chicago's Midway and Movies: Walking Tour

6016 South Ingleside Avenue,Chicago IL 60637

31 July, 2022

Description

Stroll Chicago's historic Midway and part of the University of Chicago campus as you learn about the first cinema, vintage moving picture devices, a murderous cinematographer (!), and the first female action star. On this hour-long outdoor walking tour (0.5 mi.), you'll experience these five spots on Chicago's historic Midway Plaisance as you hear about their history and connections to early cinema and modern movies: Midway StudiosTaft HouseRecording Angelthe Midway's green spaceFountain of TimeNote: This tour is available on weekends with morning start times—to give you the most accurate and unobstructed view of the Midway's monumental sculpture 'Fountain of Time. ' Whaddya waiting for? Join the only walking tour in Chicago that explores the Midway's century-long relationship to the movies! Movies/TV FeaturedFlatliners (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?Expert tour guide commentaryClips and photos that enhance the Midway's film historyPlenty of Instagram opportunitiesDemo of 19th-century moving picture devicesMini goodie bag!Tour SpecificsStart/End Points This walking tour starts at 6016 S. Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL. The tour ends at 6000 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Waiver Guests must digitally sign a general waiver of liability when they register. Guardians must sign waivers for children under the age of 18. 🔗 READ MORE ABOUT THIS TOUR