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ONLINE - America's First World's Fair: The 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia
John and Frances Glessner attended the 1876 Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia and, like many others, purchased a few items at the fair as souvenirs, which…
Motor Row Walking Tour
SOLD OUT! This walking tour down South Michigan Avenue explores what is considered the largest intact early “automobile row” in the U.S. At its peak in the…
Hutchinson Street Historic District Walking Tour
SOLD OUT! This tour will explore Hutchinson Street, a beautiful residential street located in Chicago’s Buena Park neighborhood. The 700 and 800 blocks were…
TOUR: Walking the White City
The 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition - the “White City” - was considered so important in the history of Chicago that a star on the city’s flag was designated…
Prairie Avenue Walking Tour
SOLD OUT! In the late nineteenth century, Prairie Avenue was the most exclusive street in Chicago. Nearly ninety mansions lined the six blocks from 16th to…
Architecture Tour
SOLD OUT! Uncover the groundbreaking design of Glessner House on our exclusive tours! Step back in time to 1887 and witness a piece of architectural history…
Servants Tour
SOLD OUT! Step into a world where 60 percent of a family’s home was dedicated to areas for paid servants to live and work. Immerse yourself in the captivating…
ONLINE - Revolution in the White City: How the Fourth of July was Celebrated at the 1893 World's Fair
Independence Day at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago was remembered as “the greatest Fourth of July celebration in the nation’s history.” A…
William Morris Tour
SOLD OUT! Immerse yourself in the stunning design philosophy of William Morris. Reflecting the deep interests of Frances Glessner and the renowned architect…
Shadows on the Street: Haunted Tours of Historic Prairie Avenue
Tales of strange sounds, unexplained sightings, and untimely endings await as you explore Prairie Avenue after dark! During this 60 minute walking tour through…
38th Annual Edgar Allan Poe Readings
Squirm in your seats as actors from Lifeline Theatre present readings of Poe's terrifying stories and poetry. Hear classics like The Raven and The Tell-Tale…
Shadows on the Street: Haunted Tours of Historic Prairie Avenue
Tales of strange sounds, unexplained sightings, and untimely endings await as you explore Prairie Avenue after dark! During this 60 minute walking tour through…
Architecture Tour
Uncover the groundbreaking design of Glessner House on our exclusive tours! Step back in time to 1887 and witness a piece of architectural history that sparked…
Servants Tour
Step into a world where 60 percent of a family’s home was dedicated to areas for paid servants to live and work. Immerse yourself in the captivating story of…
Christmas Candlelight Tours
Celebrate an authentic old-fashioned Christmas at Glessner House this holiday season! These special one hour docent-led tours will highlight Christmas customs…
Christmas Candlelight Tours
Celebrate an authentic old-fashioned Christmas at Glessner House this holiday season! These special one hour docent-led tours will highlight Christmas customs…
Christmas Candlelight Tours
Celebrate an authentic old-fashioned Christmas at Glessner House this holiday season! These special one hour docent-led tours will highlight Christmas customs…
Christmas Candlelight Tours
Celebrate an authentic old-fashioned Christmas at Glessner House this holiday season! These special one hour docent-led tours will highlight Christmas customs…