Be surprised by magnificent architectural details on the exteriors and interiors, with highlights including an intimate chapel for the Loop's growing student population, an enormous expanse of stained glass in a synagogue and an Art Deco style church with a massive crucifix sculpture at its entrance.
Know before you go:
- Advance reservations are required for this tour.
- The tour meets at the St. Vincent DePaul sculpture in the plaza in front of Barnes & Noble, on the southeast corner of State Street and Jackson Boulevard.
- Tour-takers wishing to see an eighth Sacred Space, the 17th Church of Christ, Scientist, will be escorted an additional 6 city blocks to Wacker & Wabash, adding about 20 to 30 minutes to the tour.
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