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  • Under a bridge in a well designed pathway with a runner coming toward the image

    Chicago Riverwalk. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers

Trace the impact of female architects in Chicago’s skyline with a tour that celebrates their contributions and showcases their stunning designs.

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  • Under a bridge in a well designed pathway with a runner coming toward the image

    Chicago Riverwalk. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers

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Take a tour in downtown Chicago to discover stunning buildings designed by female architects, including the Equitable Building, Aqua Tower and St. Regis.

Duration
1.5 hours
Site Type
Neighborhoods
Location
Downtown
Architects and Styles
Meet

Chicago Riverwalk at State St. and Wacker Dr., at the bottom of the Riverwalk stairs

Join us as we celebrate several amazing Chicago women architects! We'll cover the groundbreaking work of renowned architects such as Jeanne Gang and Carol Ross Barney, alongside exploring the designs of lesser-known yet equally influential women architects.

Uncover the challenges these pioneering women faced and the remarkable triumphs they achieved, shaping the architectural landscape of today. Come along to discover timeless architectural marvels and be inspired by their extraordinary stories.

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  • A photo of Riverwalk at 35 West Wacker Drive

    Chicago Riverwalk. Photo by Angie Mcmonigal.

  • A photo of Aqua, Chicago

    Aqua Tower. Photo by Emmely Aldave.

  • A photo of a white building and a bright blue sky.

    Equitable Building. Photo by Emmely Aldave.

  • A closeup photo of St. Regis Chicago skyscraper

    St Regis. Photo by Emmely Aldave.

  • Wide steps leading down to a river in front of a building with large arched glass windows.

    Riverwalk. Photo by Eric Allix Rogers.

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