Chicago IRL: Downtown Walk and Talk
Monday September 30 at 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CDT
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What makes Chicago special?
Join tourist, traveler, and urbanism enthusiast Markus Leavitt for a walking conversation about the windy city. Fellow Interintellect members can show off their favorite spots and what they love about Chicago.
We will wander around the Magnificent Mile and Navy Pier and talk about Chicago’s history and its future. Possibly convince me to move here!
- Did the fire of 1871 pave the way for the modern city and skyscraper development?
- Does being the transportation hub for the agricultural bounty of the Midwest create the deep dish pizza. Is it a symbol of affluence and abundance of grain and dairy?
- What new developments are you excited about and what can drive ambitious and thoughtful people to the city?
- Is Chicago a beach town?
Exact meeting spot location will be shared before event through email and #chicago Discord channel!
Recommended reading:
- How Chicago Became So Huge - Uncharted Territories
- The city that changed architecture forever - BBC
- 5 Chicago developments to watch in 2024 - Axios
