The Newberry Library

Founded in 1887, the Newberry Library is one of Chicago’s most historic cultural institutions. Come have an introduction to the Newberry’s collections, view exhibitions such as Indigenous Chicago and Chicago Style: Mike Royko and Windy City Journalism, and enjoy an overall orientation of this historic institution.

To sign up or to be added to waitlist, click here.

Date and time of tour: Wednesday, August 14, 10:00 AM – FULL

Approximate duration: 1 hour

Capacity: 15 people

Additional questions, please contact: Pam Hackbart-Dean, phdean@uic.edu 

Location: The Newberry Library, 60 West Walton St., Chicago (https://www.newberry.org)

Transit information: The Newberry Library is a 2.2 mile walk from the hotel via S. Dearborn St., that turns into N. Dearborn St. Guests may also take Lyft or Uber.

If you are hungry after the tour, you might visit these places to get something to eat!

• The Original Pancake House at 22 E. Bellevue Place
• Lou Malnati’s Pizza at 1120 N. State St.
• Tempo Café at 6 E. Chestnut St.