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.

Guide: Madeline Crispell

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.