Virtual Cold War and Civil Rights in Skokie Walking Tour

January 09, 2025 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Skokie Heritage Museum
8031 Floral Ave.
Skokie, IL 60077

(847) 929-8001

Experience our Cold War & Civil Rights walking tour virtually. Learn about Devonshire Park's past as a Cold War military base and discover Skokie's Cold War-era history throughout the Devonshire Manor neighborhood. The tour will cover the development of Skokie's Jewish community, mid-century modern design, the evolution of the nuclear family and second-wave feminism, and the 1960s civil rights and fair housing movements in Skokie.

Ages 18 and up. Fee: $10 (resident/non-resident).
 
Register online here by Jan. 9 at 10 a.m. Link to join the virtual call will be emailed out to registered participants in the afternoon on the day of the event. Call Skokie Heritage Museum at (847) 929-8001 or email eengland@skokieparks.org with questions.
 
 
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