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Wabash Avenue Arts Corridor

  • Large mural of two deer on blue background on side of building with scaffolding.

    "Impossible Meeting" by Marina Zumi. Photo by Brian Kay.

Explore the vibrant Wabash Avenue Arts Corridor, a showcase of diverse murals and hidden art gems in Chicago’s South Loop.

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  • Large mural of two deer on blue background on side of building with scaffolding.

    "Impossible Meeting" by Marina Zumi. Photo by Brian Kay.

Discover a living urban canvas along the Wabash Avenue Arts Corridor in the South Loop. Learn more about the murals that make up this colorful corridor and discover art in hidden places.

Duration
1.5 hours
Site Type
Neighborhoods
Location
Downtown
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Northwest Corner of Wabash Avenue and Harrison Street

This tour explores the Wabash Arts Corridor, one of the most expansive, diverse and accessible arts installations in the country. We'll view dozens of murals in alleys and parking lots along roughly a mile of Wabash Avenue, discussing the techniques used to create each work along the way. Learn about the local, national and international artists who have reclaimed and transformed these public spaces, and discover what inspired them to create their striking murals.

Know before you go:
  • The tour will end at the corner of 13th Street and Michigan Avenue.


Notes:
  • Many tours sell out. To guarantee your space advance reservations are strongly recommended.
  • Ticket price includes entrance to the Chicago Architecture Center within 7 days of your tour. View the CAC's hours.
  • Your safety is our priority. The itinerary of this tour may be altered in accordance with health and safety policies and considerations.

Tour reviews

    • This tour is unique among our offerings because it focuses on the art on buildings, rather than the buildings themselves. Many guests comment that they have passed these images many times, but never knew anything about them. Other guests marvel at the art in hidden places that they would never have seen without taking the tour.
      Jessica WilliamsCAC Docent
  • Blue and white mural of abstract man and woman

    "Goralu, Czy Ci Nie Zal" by Zor Zor Zor. Photo by Brian Kay.

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  • Essential walking tours depart from the center at 111 East Wacker; they are free for all CAC members. Premier walking tours depart from other locations across Chicago, including neighborhood tours. Premier tours are discounted for individual, dual and family memberships and free for Deco level and above.

  • The CAC welcomes all visitors and is committed to making its offerings feel safe and accessible to everyone. Learn more about accessibility options.

  • Many of our tours depart from the CAC at 111 E. Wacker. Your ticket (regular or print-at-home) will indicate the departure location. If you have any questions about your tour’s meeting place, give us a call at 312.922.TOUR (8687).

    For tours that don’t begin at the CAC, please consult the individual tour webpage, or call 312.922.TOUR (8687) for details on the meeting location.

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