The first Prairie School tour will take place in the south-central area of the Lakeshore Historic District. Tour begins at the Evanston History Center and goes south to Lee Street and back. Highlights include the iconic Carter House by Walter Burley Griffin, the Linthicum House by Tallmadge & Watson, and the Ballard House by John Van Bergen.

Guide: Kris Hartzell

Some tours meet at the Evanston History Center at the Charles Gates Dawes House but several meet elsewhere. Please be sure to confirm the location noted for the start of the tour. Tours begin at 11:00 a.m. and usually end at 12:30 p.m. Cost is $20 per person, $15 for Members. Reservations are encouraged. Tour may be canceled for significant rain. To make a reservation, go to https://evanstonhistorycenter.org/series/upcoming-events/, or contact Kris Hartzell at khartzell@evanstonhistorycenter.org or 847-475-3410.