More Than Mortar: The Surprising History of Chicago Brick Architecture

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  • Registration will close on April 21, 2026 @ 7:00pm.

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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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