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Tours, exhibitions and events for all ages. Visit today to discover the stories behind famous Chicago buildings.
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111 E. Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60601. 312.922.3432....
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Learn about the Chicago Model and other free exhibitions....
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At the Chicago Architecture Center, our programs and events...
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Aon Center, Chicago's fourth-tallest building, is a...
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Buy-1-get-1 Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise tickets...
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The Chicago Architecture Center’s family festivals bring...
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Formerly known as the Chicago Architecture Foundation, the...
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Explore Chicago’s buildings and the stories behind them....
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Learn about Chicago's world class architecture from real...
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The Chicago Architecture Center continues to expand the walking tour schedule back to pre-pandemic levels. In addition to our previous offerings, we are offering several new tours. Due to increased capacity, we are no longer requiring advanced reservations for tours departing from the CAC. Please review COVID-19 safety policies for CAC walking tour...
The Chicago Architecture Center—where the stories of the city begin—encourages visitors of all ages to: 1. Learn how Chicago became “the city of architecture” with exhibits about its many diverse neighborhoods, housing types, leading architects and current projects 2. Interact with the Chicago City Model Experience, an incredibly detailed, three-di...
The CAC (including Box Office, Design Store and exhibit galleries) is open 7 days a week 1. Sunday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Center/Store & Call Center) 2. Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Center/Store). Call Center Closes at 5 p.m. Please note, the Center is closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. It closes early at 3pm on Christmas...
Adults: $14 Student (with ID): $10 Children ages 5 and younger: Free Center admission is included in the price of all walking, bus and L tours. Discounted CAC admission is available with the purchase of a River Cruise ticket. *Visit the box office or architecturecruise.com for information. Center admission valid within 7 days of cruise. Buy Tickets
It pays to be a CAC member! Members get free and discounted admission to the CAC year-round, free tickets to public walking tours, an annual buy-one-get-one-free river cruise ticket benefit, priority access to the annual Open House Chicago festival and much more. Become a member
Chicago Architecture Center: 111 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601 Chicago's First Lady Cruises Dock: 112 E. Wacker Dr., Chicago, IL 60601
From the Kennedy (I-90) and Edens (I-94) expressways, exit at Washington Street (past the Ohio Street exit). Turn left (east) on Washington Street to Michigan Avenue. Turn left (north) on Michigan Avenue and proceed to E. South Water St. Turn right (east) on E. South Water St. and the parking garage entrance is the first driveway east of Michigan A...
The closest CTA train transit stations are State & Lake (Brown, Green, Orange & Purple Lines), Lake (Red Line) and Clark & Lake or Washington (Blue Line). In each case, after exiting the station, walk east to Michigan Avenue, cross over to the east side, then walk north toward the river/Michigan Avenue Bridge. Do not cross the bridge. When you reac...
The closest parking garage is located at 111 East Wacker Drive. CAC guests and members receive a discount on parking at this garage for up to 4 hours. YOU MUST GET YOUR PARKING TICKET STAMPED at the CAC Box Office or the dockside CFL River Cruise box office. To receive your discounted rate pay at the LAZ garage office located inside 111 E Wacker op...
Chicago is known around the world for its architecture. Whether you choose to explore our fabled downtown or one of the city’s many distinct and charming neighborhoods, our expert docents will guide you by boat, bus, train or on foot and share the stories behind the buildings.
The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC), formerly the Chicago Architecture Foundation, is a nonprofit cultural organization based in Chicago, Illinois, United States, whose mission is to inspire people to discover why design matters. Founded in 1966, its programs include public tours and programs, most notably the docent-led architecture cruise ...
Chicago Architecture Center. 3,515 reviews. #6 of 1,386 things to do in Chicago. Speciality Museums. Closed now. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. Write a review. About. When you hit the pavement on one of our 75+ walking tours through Chicago neighborhoods, set sail on our award-winning river cruise, gift a membership to friends and family, or visit the ...
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The Chicago Architecture Center offers more than 85 architecture tours led by expert docents. Learn the captivating stories behind the city’s grand hotels, soaring skyscrapers, distinct residential styles, parks and public spaces, cemeteries, and so much more.
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