Morgan Park Walking Tour

Join Chicago for Chicagoans for a walking tour of Morgan Park, covering neighborhood history, architecture, and current events. REGISTRATION AVAILABLE BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 6TH Chicago for Chicagoans is thrilled to debut a brand-new 2.5-hour neighborhood walking tour of Morgan Park, led by area resident Cristen Brown! Cristen is a local history enthusiast and architecture obsessive drawn to singing the praises of the unsung, and highlighting the many ways South Siders in particular have managed to make the ordinary extraordinary. Beginning at the 111th St. Metra Station, the tour will cover the history, architecture, and landmarks of Morgan Park — you'll discover how the area transformed from a remote enclave where 19th century horse thieves would hide their stolen goods, to a quaint commuter suburb built up along the railroads, to a neighborhood divided by the construction of I-57 in the mid-20th century. Since the 1880s, Morgan Park has also been home to a significant number of Black families, who persevered through racially restrictive covenants, the de facto segregation of neighborhood schools, and countless other challenges. The afternoon will end with a visit to the Ridge Historical Society, where participants are encouraged to join the group to explore the historic mansion and dive deeper into hyper-local Southside history. ​Chicago for Chicagoans happily exists as a "pay-what-you-can" tour service. A suggested tip of $10-20 per person is always appreciated, but reviewing us on Yelp, liking us on Facebook, spreading the word, and attending future tours tells us how much you love us too! We are a certified 501(c)(3) nonprofit that creates inclusive walking tours by & for Chicago residents, designed to represent the histories of all Chicagoans. Donate online fee-free at chicagoforchicagoans.org. To view our tour route maps, click here! Please note: routes are subject to change at any time.