Search
Search
 
   
SPRING OUTDOOR GUIDE

    
ROAD TRIPS

    

The Rebirth of the Chicago River

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Lake Forest Public Library
360 E. Deerpath Rd.
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Website | Map

The Rebirth of the Chicago River

The Rebirth of the Chicago River

Tuesday, May 5, 7:00–8:00 pm

Lake Forest Library Zoom

Register and join architectural historian Laurie Petersen on Zoom for a richly illustrated history of the Chicago River. Dubbed "Chicago's Newest Waterfront," the river has undergone a series of dramatic transformations from muddy waterway to commercial artery to aquatic playground. Explore its many fascinating bridges and the inspiring new architecture on its banks, including the exciting Riverwalk.

Register at https://www.lakeforestlibrary.org/event/chicagos-newest-waterfront-rebirth-chicago-river-59294.

For more information, call email


< Back to Calendar of Events


May. 21
Learn & Try Generative AI
5/21/26
Learn & Try Generative AIThursday, May 21, 5:30–6:30 pmLake Fores...
May. 1 - May. 3
Mother's Day Craft Fair
5/1/26 - 5/3/26
Mark your calendars for an artisanal extravaganza at Gurnee Mills! From&nbs...
May. 2
Candle-Making Movie Night: She's The Man
5/2/26
Join us at Romney Brown Candle Company in downtown Grayslake on Saturday, M...
May. 2
2026 Mother Daughter Tea Party in Waukegan
5/2/26
The Waukegan Park District is hosting the Mother-Daughter Tea Party on...
Search
Facebook
Instagram
tictok
YouTube
Twitter
LinkedIn
Print Page
Road Trips Video