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Tourists will see a dozen houses of famous, black residents in Chicago. This guided tour will stop for photos as well.

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  • Live guiding
    English
  • Duration
    2 hours
  • Includes
    • Tour 12 homes of famous Chicagoans
    • Take pictures of 12 famous Chicagoan’s homes
    • Guided tour with guide
    • Souvenir booklet including history behind the homes
    • Conversation including trivia, history and insight
    • Gratuity
    • Food
Highlights & Description

Highlights

  • This is not a bus tour, we tour with 2-11 people and allow time for pictures.
  • Souvenir booklet of all houses and a write up on each.
  • Great conversation and history from a Chicago born and raised tour guide.

Description

This tour highlights famous black residents of Chicago, starting with the 44th president of the United States, the former First Lady’s childhood home as well as the home of Kanye West, where he lived from childhood until his music success. We view the home of fiery activist Ida B Wells. We tour the home of the founder of the Nation of Islam, the honorable Elijah Muhammad and his successor Louis Farrakhan. We view the home of “The Greatest”, Muhammad Ali. Sadly we visit the childhood home of Emmitt Till. We visit the homes of great entertainers such as Nat King Cole and many others!

Tourists have an option to take pictures outside of the home and will receive a booklet with all of the homes and a description,

Good to know before you go
  • Pickup is at the Chicago Theater, 175 North State
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1. What is the cancellation policy for this activity?
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
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May 2025
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