High Risers: Public Housing, Displacement and why it matters today

Join a conversation with Ben Austen, author of High-Risers: Cabrini-Green and the Fate of American Public Housing, a powerful book about the experiences of the people living in Chicago’s infamous Cabrini-Green housing project. At this event, you’ll hear about the history of Cabrini-Green and what we can learn from the mistakes made in the destruction of public housing in America. You’ll also have the chance to ask questions of the author. Register today to join this important conversation. You do not need to have read the book to join the discussion.

Attendees who stay until the end will be entered into a raffle for a free copy of Ben Austen's book. We will select two people.

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