Free tour
Art City: The private history of public art in Chicago
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Guru: Corinne
Registered on 24 August 2020
Hello! I'm Corinne. I'm an artist who studied painting at the Art Institute of Chicago. When I'm not in the studio, I love to show people around Chicago. We Chicagoans are spoiled walking past works of art by Picasso, Chagall, and Miró on our morning commutes, all hidden in plain sight! I love to share the backstories of these masterpieces with locals and tourists alike. I've also got insider information on the best eats in the city. ;)
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free
Tour description
From the Bean to the Picasso, learn about the lives of the artists behind Chicago's most famous public works past and present. This tour will explore the rich history of public art in Chicago as well as a peek into the contemporary art scene. By the end of this tour, you'll understand why the Second City holds a special place in the hears and imaginations of artists. On this tour we will see: -Monument with Standing Beast -"The Picasso" -Joan Miró's Chicago -Chagall's Four Seasons - Crown Fountain in Millennium Park -Cloud gate, AKA The Bean Finishing at the Art Institute of Chicago a short walk to Chicago's Navy Pier and Magnificent Mile.
Highlights
What will we see on this tour?
Meeting point:
Wacker OrleansFranklin Chicago IL 60654 USA
Sidewalk on the NW corner (above the Riverwalk) of W Wacker and N Franklin/N Orleans Streets wearing a blue bandana
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.
What should I know?
Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Art City: The private history of public art in Chicago
