The Great Chicago Fire
Follow the route of the spread of the Great Chicago Fire and immerse yourself in its true story during this exclusive tour by bus.
Columbia College: Revitalizing the South Loop
Columbia College Student Center. Photo courtesy of Gensler.
Explore the South Loop, one of Chicago’s hottest neighborhoods! Visit some wonderful historic buildings saved and reused by Columbia College in this special area.
Columbia College Student Center. Photo courtesy of Gensler.
Explore how Columbia College contributed to the preservation and revitalization of this popular downtown Chicago district on this 90-minute walking tour.
Architects and Styles
The South Loop is one of Chicago’s most popular neighborhoods — but that wasn’t always the case. Columbia College bought its first property here in the early 1970s, when the area was known for its nightlife and transient housing. Over time, the school expanded its presence, purchasing and rehabilitating many historic buildings and transforming them into an urban college campus.
Know before you go:
- This is a 90 minute walking tour covering approximately 1.5 miles.
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