Walking Tour: Evanston’s Alleys

Walking Tour: Evanston’s Alleys

$ 15-20
Sat, May 23, 2026 • 11:00 AM—12:30 PM

Upcoming events

Sat, Aug 15 • 11:00 AM—12:30 PM

About this event

Tours

Discover how Chicago became the alley capital of the country! On this tour, we’ll be walking the alleyways of Evanston to explore our architecture from a new perspective and learn how public health, sanitation, and trash shaped our region. Meets at Southwest Corner of Dempster Street and Chicago Avenue. Led by Madeline Crispell Buy tickets and reserve your spot! A confirmation email will be sent to the email you registered with. Tickets are non-refundable. If you don’t receive a confirmation email, please email Erin Hughes at ehughes@evanstonhistorycenter.org.

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Evanston History Center

The Evanston History Center collects, preserves and shares Evanston history to educate, inspire and enrich the people of Evanston.