DEVIL IN THE WHITE CITY TOUR
This tour explores the compelling true story told by Erik Larson in his best selling book "The Devil in the White City," which is about two simultaneous events in Chicago history: the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893 and the emergence of serial murderer Dr. Henry H. Holmes.
The tour begins with a presentation, featuring period photographs of the fair and its central characters, followed by a bus tour to locations and buildings that fair-goers would have experienced. This diverse tour stops at the street that was home to Chicago's business and social elite during the fair, winds past the home of fair critic Ida B. Wells, highlights the Midway and the site of the Ferris Wheel and stops for a short walking tour of the fairgrounds in Jackson Park.
Those who have read Erik Larson’s book will learn more about the circumstances surrounding the fair and Dr. Holmes; those who haven’t will find this tour to be a fascinating introduction to the 1893 World's Fair and the evil Dr. Holmes.
NOTES:
- Guests are allowed to bring snacks on this tour.
ADA:
- This tour is ADA accessible so long as a wheelchair accessible bus is utilized. During the short walking portions of the tour, any guests with accessibility issues can opt to stay on the bus, or join the walking group using a lift on the bus.
- Contact Kelly Bassett of CSI at 407-288-7703 to request ADA transportation
Tour Dates/Times
Thursday, November 2, 9:45am-2:00pm
Saturday, November 4, 9:45am-2:00pm
Sunday, November 5, 9:45am-2:00pm
Registration Costs
Fun Bucks: 1
Fee: $39.00 per person
Tickets for this tour will be available online through the conference registration between May 3 and October 6. After October 6, tickets must be purchased on site, pending space availability and will incur an additional $5.00 per tour ticket.
