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Chicago Water Tower 150th Celebration

September 14, 2019 - September 14, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Location

Chicago Water Tower

N. Michigan Ave.

Chicago, IL

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Description

Join the City of Chicago and a multitude of partner organizations for a day-long neighborhood festival celebrating the 150th anniversary of the historic Chicago Water Tower—built in 1869 by architect William W. Boyington and one of the only buildings to survive the Great Chicago Fire. Programming will include family activities, lectures, tours, theatre performances, public art, and exhibitions—plus food trucks, dining discounts and complimentary admission to nearby cultural institutions.

Event Cost: Free.

Event Times: 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://watertowerarts.org/150th/

Age recommendation: Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Chicago

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