chicago history

Retro River North Tour 2025: A Chicago Walker’s Review

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Retro River North Tour 2025: A Chicago Walker’s Review So, you know, I was really looking for a different way to see Chicago this year. I mean, I’ve done the big museum days and seen the Bean more times than I can honestly count. It’s almost like you see the same five things over and over again. This time, I just wanted something with a little more substance, something that tells you about the city’s pulse from a time gone by. I stumbled upon the ‘Retro River North Walking Tour’ online, and right away, it seemed a bit different. The …

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Review: 2025 Chicago Black History Highlights Walking Tour

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Review: 2025 Chicago Black History Highlights Walking Tour Stepping Beyond the Loop: A Different Kind of Chicago Story So, you know, when most people think about Chicago, their minds pretty much jump to big buildings and deep-dish pizza. But actually, the city has this other side, a story that is just incredibly rich and sits just below the surface, waiting for you to find it. Honestly, that’s what I was looking for when I signed up for the 2025 Chicago Black History Highlights Walking Tour. I mean, I wanted to get a feel for the city’s soul, something a bit …

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