- Walking
- Premier
Humboldt Park
Humboldt Park Boathouse. Photo by Susan Schlegel.
Walk the historic core in the largest of Chicago’s West Side parks, created by many including William LeBaron Jenney and Jens Jensen.
Humboldt Park Boathouse. Photo by Susan Schlegel.
Discover architecture and sculpture that honor many of the immigrant groups that have created our city. Our walk partner is The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture.
Meet
At the Humboldt Park Boathouse portico, 1301 North Humboldt Drive
Shortly after the Civil War, a young Chicago created the park and boulevard system, giving form and character to a flat landscape and encouraging development to the city’s edge. Picturesque lagoons and carriage drives would evolve into a landscape that reflects our home on the Prairie, with art that reminds us of our roots.
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Humboldt Park's formal gardens.
Tour Accessibility
CAC is committed to improving access to our tours. The accessibility information below reflects our docents’ experience and is provided for general guidance only.
What to expect on this tour
Terrain & Surfaces
Moderate - Some uneven or mixed surfaces
Wheelchair & Walker Access
Moderate - Ramps and alternate routes provided
Steps or Stairs
Easy - No stairs, step-free route
Hearing Access
Easy - Quiet setting, easy to hear
Free Center Entry with Your Ticket
Ticket price includes entrance to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your walking or bus tour.
Tour Accessibility
CAC is committed to improving access to our tours. The accessibility information below reflects our docents’ experience and is provided for general guidance only.
What to expect on this tour
Terrain & Surfaces
Easy - Paved and flat the entire route
Moderate - Some uneven or mixed surfaces
Difficult - Mostly uneven or unpaved throughout
Wheelchair & Walker Access
Easy - Fully accessible; no barriers
Moderate - Ramps and alternate routes provided
Difficult - Stairs required, no ramps
Steps or Stairs
Easy - No stairs, step-free route
Moderate - Step-free alternate route available
Difficult - Stairs required, no alternate route available ([#] steps)
Hearing Access
Easy - Quiet setting, easy to hear
Moderate - Noisy areas, listening devices provided
Difficult - Loud environment, no devices available
