Video Archive

  • Lobbies in the Loop
    The Loop holds some of the most unique and exquisite lobbies in Chicago, such as the Chicago Cultural center, the Marshall Field & Co building, and many more.
    Published 08-22-12

  • History of Navy Pier
    Learn about how Daniel Burnham’s goal to make Chicago “The Paris of the Prairie” led to the creation of Navy Pier as we know it today.
    Published 08-13-12


  • Parks and Riverwalks
    This video takes a glance at the Parks along the Chicago River as well as different areas of the Chicago Riverwalk.
    Published 08-01-12

  • Supertall Skyscrapers
    Chicago is home to four of the world's Supertall Skyscrapers: the John Hancock, Aon Center, Trump Tower, and last but certainly not least, the Willis Tower.
    Published 07-31-12


  • Linda Keane Interview
    Sneak peak of our interview with Linda Keane, architect and professor at the Art Institute of Chicago
    Published 07-25-12

  • Visions Chicago
    Discover our beautiful city through these clips of everyday life scenes of Chicago.
    Published 07-24-12


  • Frank Lloyd Wright
    Docent Al Walavich gives us an inside look at some of Frank Lloyd Wright's works around Chicago and Oak Park, including the exquisite lobby of the Rookery.
    Published 07-20-12

  • Streeterville
    Docents Deb Pederson Lee and Shawn Ursini share with us the story of Streeterville - how it was then and how it is now.
    Published 07-18-12


  • The Chicago River
    Docent Deb Pederson Lee speaks on one of the seven engineering marvels of the world - the Reversal of the Chicago River.
    Published 07-10-12

  • Statues along the River
    Docents Al Walavich and Diane Gonzales tell us about some of the more impressive statues you will encounter while travelling along the Chicago River.
    Published 07-05-12


  • Marina City
    This video takes you on a virtual tour of Marina City with narration by Docent Kathleen Skolnik.
    Published 06-29-12

  • Mies van der Rohe
    Docent Pat Kelly shares the influence of Mies van der Rohe and modern architecture on many of Chicago's buildings.
    Published 06-25-12


  • Art Deco Buildings
    Docent Judith Randall speaks on the influence of Art Deco style on a number of buildings we see on the River.
    Published 06-21-12

  • Chicago's Bridges
    A look at the many bridges that help Chicagoans get from Point A to Point B
    Published 06-18-12


  • Tour Promo
    Critics say that if you have only two hours in Chicago, this is how to spend it.
    Published 01-08-10