1 hour 15 minutes (approx.)
Daily Tour
9 people
English
Join Chicago Movie Tours on the Midway, and discover the city's film history in an entirely new way! On this leisurely 75-minute walking tour led by a Ph.D. in film, you'll visit 5 spots on the historic Midway Plaisance, once the heart of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair. As you walk the now-grassy strip (0.5 mi.), you'll discover its many connections to early and modern cinema. Guests must digitally sign a general waiver of liability either before or when they arrive. Guardians must sign waivers for children under the age of 18. Note: This limited Chicago movie tour is available on Sunday mornings to give you the most accurate and unobstructed view of the Midway's monumental sculpture Fountain of Time.
At Midway Studios and Taft House, get acquainted with Lorado Taft: sculptor, teacher, writer, and early adopter of moving pictures. And in the presence of ‘Recording Angel,’ see Hollywood’s first female action star in motion.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
On the Midway’s green space, hear about the amusements arm of the 1893 World Columbian Exposition, including the first commercial movie theater!
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Stand in awe of ‘Fountain of Time,’ a 126-foot-long sculpture that has inspired both classic and modern filmmakers.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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