Events › South Shore: A Community Transformed

Every Chicago community area has known change. Over the past sixty years, the South Shore neighborhood has seen its fair share. The area continues to be defined by its diverse population, along with vital public spaces, such as Rainbow Beach, Arthur Ashe Park, and the South Shore Country Club. This walk led by author and urbanologist Max Grinnell will introduce visitors to these unique spaces and also provide some historical context for understanding this vibrant place. In keeping with the theme of this year’s One Book, we’ll also learn a bit about how Native Americans made a home amidst this section of the South Side in centuries past.


How to Attend

This event takes place in person. Walking tours are rain or shine, so dress for the weather. 

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.

This event is part of the 2023 One Book, One Chicago season, exploring the book There There by Tommy Orange.