Note: The History Center will be closed on June 19.

Evanston Architecture and History Walking Tours

The Evanston History Center’s popular walking tours are back for the 2025 season! New this year are two tours based on the recently published book, Hidden in Plain Sight: Evanston’s Double Houses. Published by Design Evanston and co-authored by EHC’s Kris Hartzell. Returning this year are favorites: Evanston’s Alleys, Brick by Brick, Historic Apartment Buildings, and Daniel Burnham in Evanston.

  • Most tours meet at the Evanston History Center, 225 Greenwood Street, Evanston. Please be sure to confirm the location of the start of the tour.
  • Tours begin at 11:00 AM and last for 90 minutes.
  • Free street parking is available on Greenwood Street.
  • We reserve the right to cancel due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.
  • Reservations and payments must be made in advance. Tickets are non-refundable.
  • Group walking tours can be scheduled by appointment. To get more information on group walking tour options, please contact us at (847) 475-3410 or e-mail Kris Hartzell.

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Past Walking Tours

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“I just offer a quick thank-you for the great tour on double houses!  Your knowledge of Evanston history and architecture is so incredibly encyclopedic!…You have a talent for making Evanston history accessible and relevant.” – Sarah P.

“Wonderful tour—loved it!”

“We are relatively new members of EHC and look forward to the opportunity to learn more about our neighborhood.”

“We will definitely recommend your wonderful walking and house tours to others who might be visiting the area.”

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