Lincoln Park: From Cemetery to Sculpture Garden
Trace Lincoln Park’s transformation from a historic cemetery to a sculpture garden, enjoying iconic statues, gardens and architecture.
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Bohemian National Cemetery
A Mother's Sorrow. Photo by Jo Ann Deasy.
Discover the rich history and artistry of Chicago's Bohemian National Cemetery, a testament to the city's Czech heritage and architectural storytelling.
A Mother's Sorrow. Photo by Jo Ann Deasy.
Since 1877, Bohemian National has remained the cemetery of choice for Chicago’s Bohemian and Czech immigrant communities.
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5255 N. Pulaski Rd., inside the front gate
In this beautiful space, immigrants have vividly expressed their reverence with unique monuments featuring Bohemian art and symbols, designed by Bohemian artists and craftsmen. On this tour, experience a Chicago cemetery unlike any other.
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Chicago Cubs columbarium
Photo by Bart Heird, licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0
Eastland disaster memorial
Anton Cermak's grave site
Death statue
A Mother's Sorrow. Photo by Jo Ann Deasy.
Photo by Richie Diesterheft, licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.
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Ticket price includes entrance to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your walking or bus tour.
