Chicago's Midway, Movies, and the 1893 World's Fair Guided Walking Tour

Sun, 22 May, 2022 at 11:00 am to Sun, 25 May, 2025 at 12:15 pm UTC-05:00

Midway Studios | Chicago

Chicago Movie Tours
Publisher/HostChicago Movie Tours
Chicago's Midway, Movies, and the 1893 World's Fair Guided Walking Tour
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Join the only walking tour that explores the Midway's 130-year history with movies!
About this Event

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 movies. Hear about the first cinema, the first female action star, and a murderous cinematographer. (Yes, murderous!) You'll also experience firsthand how vintage moving picture devices enthralled early audiences.

Note: This tour is available on weekends with morning start times—to give you the most accurate and unobstructed view of the Midway's monumental sculpture Fountain of Time.



Movies/TV Featured
  • Flatliners (1990)
  • The Package (1989)
  • Sunset Boulevard (1950)
  • Chicago the Beautiful (1948)
  • Sue (1915)
  • The Hazards of Helen (1914–1917)
  • The Horse in Motion (1880)


What's Included?
  • Expert tour guide commentary
  • Clips and photos that enhance the Midway's film history
  • Plenty of Instagram opportunities
  • Demo of 19th-century moving picture devices
  • Mini goodie bag!


Tour Specifics

Start/End Points

This walking tour starts at 6016 S. Ingleside Ave, Chicago, IL. The tour ends at 6000 S. Cottage Grove Ave.

Waiver

Guests must digitally sign a general waiver of liability when they register. Guardians must sign waivers for children under the age of 18.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Midway Studios, 6016 South Ingleside Avenue, Chicago, United States

Tickets

USD 38.75

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