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The Pullman Lens

Friends of Pullman National Historical Park

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Join the Historic Pullman Foundation at these casual presentations on the Fifth Sunday of the Month. This series is a chance for Pullman residents and people interested in learning more in-depth about Pullman history (the man, the town, the company).

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Friends of Pullman National Historical Park

Organizer of The Pullman Lens

Friends of Pullman is the official partner of Pullman National Historical Park.Our mission is to preserve and protect Pullman National Historical Park's cultural heritage and amplify its uniquely American stories for current and future generations.

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Enjoy a guided walking tour through the heart of historic Pullman! For 50 years, Historic Pullman Foundation has shared the powerful stories of this vibrant, iconic neighborhood, where living history and American heritage come to life around every corner.

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Hidden Stories Tour Series

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Join us for a variety of tours that explore different perspectives and different stories about the Pullman Neighborhood. These tours get a little playful and tell stories you won't hear on the regular tours.

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Historic Pullman House Tour

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Step inside beautifully preserved homes in Chicago’s only National Park! This beloved, long-running event invites you to tour some of the historic residences that make up the 2.5-square-mile Pullman National Historical Park.

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Co-sponsored by the Illinois Labor History Society and the Historic Pullman Foundation, this tour explores the relationships between George Pullman, his company town, and the men and women who worked at his factory; issues that still resonate today.

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Enjoy a guided walking tour through the heart of historic Pullman! For 50 years, Historic Pullman Foundation has shared the powerful stories of this vibrant, iconic neighborhood, where living history and American heritage come to life around every corner.

Collection image for Hidden Stories Tour Series

Hidden Stories Tour Series

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Join us for a variety of tours that explore different perspectives and different stories about the Pullman Neighborhood. These tours get a little playful and tell stories you won't hear on the regular tours.

Collection image for Historic Pullman House Tour

Historic Pullman House Tour

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Step inside beautifully preserved homes in Chicago’s only National Park! This beloved, long-running event invites you to tour some of the historic residences that make up the 2.5-square-mile Pullman National Historical Park.

Collection image for Historic Pullman Labor History Tour

Historic Pullman Labor History Tour

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Co-sponsored by the Illinois Labor History Society and the Historic Pullman Foundation, this tour explores the relationships between George Pullman, his company town, and the men and women who worked at his factory; issues that still resonate today.

Collection image for Pullman Dark Tourism

Pullman Dark Tourism

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Pullman's stories are America's stories, filled with both joys and losses. Join us as we revisit some of the personal tragedies, including poisonings, train derailments, and gas leaks among others, that have shaped the lives of Pullman residents.

Collection image for Pullman Railroad Days

Pullman Railroad Days

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Discover Chicago's biggest rail-themed event featuring historic Pullman railcars and a whole weekend of unforgettable family-fun.

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The HPF Speaker Series

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The stories of Pullman are the stories of America. Join us as we take a closer look at some of the remarkable people and events that shaped history and created a lasting legacy for generations to come.

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