Chicago In and Around the Loop : Walking Tours of Architecture and History

by Gerard R. Wolfe

Twelve well-mapped walking tours help you discover a city with a long history of being on the forefront of architectural innovation. These tours highlight the works of architectural giants including Frank Lloyd Wright, Dankmar Adler, Louis Sullivan, and others who helped revamp the American skyline.
* Updated to reflect new buildings, owners, functions, and landmark designations; the expansion of McCormick Place, and new information on the Prairie Avenue Historic District
* MORE historical facts, background information, anecdotes, architectural details, and additional historic photos of major buildings
* Renovated historic hotels
* Significant skyscrapers
* Major cultural centers
* 275 vintage and contemporary photos THE WALKING TOURS
Old Chicago and the Financial District
Grant Park to the Museum Complex
The Downtown Underground Walkway System
The Prairie Avenue Historic District to the Centennial Fountain
The North Branch to the Illinois Center
The Sears Tower to the Merchandise Market
The Michigan Avenue "Cliff"
The Gold Coast
Printer's Row

Genres: Architecture

495 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 1996

Reviews

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

Chicago is known for architecture, but it goes far beyond the usual suspects of the Sears Tower and the John Hancock building. This book will lead you to some gems that the typical tourist won't see, such as the Marquette Building and the Rookery. I relied on this book to plan some lunchtime outings when I was working in the Loop.

[Keith · Rating 4 out of 5]

A dozen architectural walking tours plus a guide to the pedway (c1996). Could use more and color pictures.