Kinzie Industrial Corridor Walking Tour

Celebrate Labor Day weekend with a tour exploring labor & industrial heritage! Join Chicago for Chicagoans for a walking tour of the Kinzie Industrial District, covering the history of the district & its architecture.

REGISTRATION AVAILABLE BEGINNING AUGUST 23rd

Chicago for Chicagoans is thrilled to bring back our tour exploring the uniquely historic Kinzie Industrial District! Led by industrial historian and preservationist Erica Ruggiero, this adventure will awaken you to the magic of vintage industrial properties.

Beginning at the Ashland Green/Pink Line stop, we'll explore the history, architecture, and development of an area that's bustled with business since the turn of the 20th century. Once home to the city's first railroad line and companies like Heinz and Dixie Cups, today you'll find lots of breweries, business incubators, coffee roasters, arts & cultural organizations, and boutique construction companies tucked along its streets. After the tour, participants are encouraged to join the group for an afternoon pick-me-up at Metric Coffee or Midwest Coast Brewing!

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To view our tour route maps, click here! Please note: routes are subject to change at any time.