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Chicago Architecture Foundation
(Now Closed)Museum, Arts and Entertainment, and Gift Store
The Loop, Chicago
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ChicagoistJanuary 27, 2015With over 70 walking tours, this spot has the hookup for plenty of indoor exploring across the city. From the heights of Chicago’s historic skyscrapers to the underground labyrinth of the Pedway. Read more
Fluying ✅July 30, 2018Their walking tours are magnificent. You will love them. I suggest becoming a member (dual or family&friends) which will save you money and enjoy almost all their tours for free.
Explore ChicagoNovember 4, 2011The foundation's bookshop offers out a plethora of titles ranging from architecture to children’s books, maps/guides, and Chicago-themed books, as well as gadgets and gifts inspired by architecture.
MaxAugust 26, 2016Go to the Sudio & do your own tower with boxes full of Lego Architecture blocks. Free fun for the whole family!
Gina DriskellFebruary 4, 2016Outstanding information as well as walking tours. When weather permits the river tours are an excellent way to see the one of a kind skyline.
Shawn CalhounJune 26, 2017Make time to spend time here. Stop here before going on one of the river boat architecture tours.
Joseph B.September 5, 2014It's free to wander through, so at least check out the model of the city. Good exhibits on city history and architecture too.
If you're going on a tour be sure to take time to check out the CAF Shop. They have awesome items you won't find anywhere else in the city. I love the FLWright decor.
HISTORYApril 7, 2010The Bungalows By Bus Tour features the Chicago bungalows built between 1910-1940, & the Frank Lloyd Wright Bus Tour shows samples of his unique architecture in the Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District
Dan. MastrettaJuly 30, 2012Architects of the world rejoice, there is one place where we can get all the information we need for our trip to chicago. No need to go elsewhere for information, this is the best.
Kushal DaveMay 4, 2012The Highlights by Bus Tour was one of the best tourist experiences I've had anywhere. Great guide, cool buildings, learned a lot.
Chicago Architecture FoundationFebruary 7, 2012Historic Downtown tours depart daily at 10am & 2pm, Modern Skyscraper tour departs daily at 1pm.- Dan. MastrettaFebruary 1, 2012For Architects visitig this place is a MUST. People here are really nice, they gave me very good advice. Check out BOTH Models.
The FreehandMarch 4, 2015Take a walking tour through the second largest gallery district in the United States.
Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 2, 2011While you're here, take advantage of some of the city’s best neighborhood tours, as well as free lectures and exhibits. -- Green Guide Editor- Stop in & see the free exhibition Chicago Model City. Largest & most accurate model of the city. Oh, it also has really cool lighting that goes from dawn to dusk in 15 minutes.
- See free exhibition Chicago Model City. Largest & most accurate model of the city. Then get out there & see it for real on a tour. Tours depart everyday & are best way to see the city.
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The Wall Street JournalAugust 3, 2014There's an incredible scale model of Chicago from a bird's-eye perspective on exhibit here. Read more
Michael HaaralaOctober 17, 2016Amazing scale model of Chicago, complete with the Bean and everything!- Dan ChuparkoffJune 21, 2010A Chicago Arch. Foundation membership will get you free walking tours and two-for-one Architecture Boat Cruise discounts!
Here for a conference on the summer? Check out the Happy Hour tours. Only have lunch hour? Check out the lunch tours!
Darren ReitbergNovember 28, 2011I'm going to say so much cooler than metropolitan museum of art gift shop.
- Chicago Architecture FoundationFebruary 3, 2012Be sure to check out the 5 finalists' proposals for the redesign of Navy Pier in the Atrium Gallery.
Zackary PrinceDecember 11, 2011They have so many great items for holiday shopping. Stop by for a ton of stocking stuffers.
Jr BernardinoAugust 6, 2013
- Zackary PrinceDecember 11, 2011I did all my Christmas shopping here. They have so many inquiry items ans the staff is friendly.
- Chicago Architecture FoundationFebruary 7, 2012CAF offers tours year round. See what departs today! Read more
- Chicago Architecture FoundationFebruary 7, 2012Hot new tour alert! Pedway: Warm Walk, Cool Architecture Read more
EmilyAugust 28, 2010New Skyscraper Express tour not that great-- highly recommend Devil in the White City tour, though.
Erman ÖzdemirJune 10, 2016Hediyelik eşya dükkanında çok sayıda mimari eşya satılıyor. Bir sürü de kitap var.
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Chicago Architecture Foundation
224 S Michigan Ave (at E Jackson Blvd)
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
Chicago, IL 60601
United States
The Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) is headquartered at the historic Railway Exchange building on South Michigan Avenue.
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
(312) 922-3432
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