Faces and Places of Howard Street

Join popular guide and historian Glenna Eaves on a walking tour of one of the most historic streets in Rogers Park. Learn how a street at the edge of the city, named after the son of a dairy owner, became one of Chicago’s swingiest venues of the Big Band Era and how the street continues to evolve.

Today on Howard Street, you can attend live theater, grab a meal at an international variety of restaurants, browse for antiques, relax at a unique new tap room and coffee house or visit a community garden. Howard Street has something for everyone!

This program consists of an introductory presentation followed by a walking tour. 

Presentation, 1 pm, Howard-Evanston Community Center: 7648 North Paulina
Start with a presentation about the story of the area as Glenna Eaves reviews the rich history of the people and events that fueled the development of Howard Street as one of Chicago’s premier entertainment venues.

Then see it for yourself on a walking tour starting about 1:45. The tour will span the Howard Street from Greenview Avenue to Clark St. and will take approximately one hour and 15 minutes

Event Fee is $25, or $20 with member discount. Tour is limited to 15 participants, so register now!