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More Than Mortar: The Surprising History of Chicago’s Brick Architecture

Illustration of people viewing an outdoor exhibit on a brick wall beside a historic-style building.

Sat, 11/22 from 10:00-11:00 am

After the Great Fire of 1871, Chicago rose from the ashes—brick by brick. Join architecture photographer and writer Will Quam for a fascinating look at how this humble material shaped the city’s identity, from fireproof necessity to design statement.

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