This fun and creative Chicago architecture walking tour puts
architecture in context of the arts and pop culture.What does Michael
Jackson’s Thriller have to do with the design of a post-modern
skyscraper? Or Andy Warhol’s soup cans with modernism? The Best
Architecture Walking Tour Since Sliced Bread is a creative tour of
Chicago architecture, designed for curious people. You will learn
about architectural styles through their connections with technology
and culture, including pop culture. We’ll look at lots of eye candy
while expanding our understanding of architectural styles and Chicago
history. It’s a very visual and interactive tour.
All arts are a reflection of an age. Styles in creations like
architecture, graphic design, fashion design and pop culture have
similar qualities when they come from the same era. We will compare
architecture with contemporaneous works other media to help us learn
how to identify architectural styles and most all all, to understand
their deeper connections with history. We will also consider how the
advancements in technology and engineering have shaped buildings.
Why is this the “best” architecture walking tour since sliced
bread? The fun and creative educational approach of this Chicago
architecture walking tour makes it unlike any other architecture tour
in the city. We know it’s absurd to call anything the “best.” We
say this simply because the tour is the best for Detours-minded folks.
The tour appeals to both Chicago locals and visitors. People
well-versed in art history will enjoy it, as well as tour guests new
to looking at art and architecture.
You will learn about various architectural styles, both by looking at
buildings in front of us and at images and video on shared iPads.
This architecture walking tour goes south of the Michigan Avenue
bridge. This is a route where many people walk but rarely look up. We
conclude at the very new urban playground of Maggie Daley Park.
_Walking Distance: 0.6 miles_
_Duration: 1.5 hrs_
What's included:
* Shared iPads with historic photos and video clips
* Engaging tour guide commentary
* Special gifts
Link to meeting point map:
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