Michigan–Wacker Historic District, Chicago

Name: Michigan–Wacker Historic District
Address: Chicago, United States

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Michigan–Wacker Historic District, Chicago

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The Michigan–Wacker Historic District is a National Register of Historic Places District that includes parts of the Chicago Loop and Near North Side community areas in Chicago, Illinois, United States. The district is known for the Chicago River, two bridges that cross it, and eleven high rise and skyscraper buildings erected in the 1920s. Among the contributing properties are the following Chicago Landmark structures: ()

Coordinates: 41°53'19"N, 87°37'29"W

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Downtown (The Loop)Chicago United States

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Michigan–Wacker Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Architecture Center, Michigan Avenue Bridge, Chicago Theatre, Chicago Riverwalk.

~410 ftE
River cruise
Architecture Center, Chicago
2 min walk • The Architecture Center in Chicago, a hub for design and urban planning enthusiasts, offers an unparalleled experience for those interested in the city's storied architectural heritage. Notably, the center is the starting point for the acclaimed Chicago River Cruise, a...
~40 ftS
Historic drawbridge with decorative work
Michigan Avenue Bridge, Chicago
1 min walk • Rising over the Chicago River, the Michigan Avenue Bridge, officially known as the DuSable Bridge, is a historic and architectural landmark that has become an emblematic feature of the city's skyline. This double-deck, bascule bridge links the northern and southern...
~1360 ftSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Chicago Theatre, Chicago
7 min walk • The Chicago Theatre, originally known as the Balaban and Katz Chicago Theatre, is a landmark theater located on North State Street in the Loop area of Chicago, Illinois, United States.
~800 ftE
Park
Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago
4 min walk • The Chicago Riverwalk is a multi-use public space located on the south bank of the main branch of the Chicago River, extending from Lake Shore Drive and Lake Michigan to Lake Street.
~400 ftN
Landmark 1920s skyscraper and clock tower
Wrigley Building, Chicago
2 min walk • The Wrigley Building is a skyscraper located at 400–410 North Michigan Avenue on Chicago's Near North Side. It is located on the Magnificent Mile directly across Michigan Avenue from the Tribune Tower. It was built to house the corporate headquarters of the Wrigley Company.
~1210 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Shops at North Bridge, Chicago
6 min walk • The Shops at North Bridge, once known as Westfield North Bridge, is an upscale, urban retail-entertainment district in Chicago, Illinois, located at 520 N. Michigan Avenue. Its anchor store is Nordstrom.
~1320 ftN
Shopping, Shopping district
Rush Street, Chicago
7 min walk • Rush Street is a one-way street in the Near North Side community area of Chicago in Cook County, Illinois, United States.
~1120 ftW
Tower, Architecture, Neighbourhood
Marina City, Chicago
6 min walk • Marina City, affectionately known as "the corn cob", is a mixed-use residential-commercial building complex in Chicago, Illinois, United States, North America, designed by architect Bertrand Goldberg.
~710 ftNE
Skyscraper with French Gothic elements
Tribune Tower, Chicago
4 min walk • The Tribune Tower is a 463-foot-tall, 36-floor neo-Gothic skyscraper located at 435 North Michigan Avenue in Chicago, Illinois, United States.
~860 ftNW
Dancing, Nightlife
Andy's Jazz Club, Chicago
5 min walk • Andy's Jazz Club, located several blocks north of the Chicago Loop, was founded as "Andy's 11 E. Lounge" in 1951 by Andy Rizzuto. A group of investors bought the property in 1975, changing its name to "Andy's". The club is one of the city's most popular jazz venues.
~1720 ftS
Free cultural exhibits and concerts
Chicago Cultural Center, Chicago
9 min walk • The Chicago Cultural Center, opened in 1897, is a Chicago Landmark building operated by Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events that houses the city's official reception venue where the Mayor of Chicago has welcomed Presidents and royalty, diplomats and community leaders.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Michigan–Wacker Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Michigan Avenue Bridge, Chicago (1 min walk), 333 North Michigan, Chicago (2 min walk), Jean Baptiste Point Du Sable Homesite, Chicago (2 min walk), Wrigley Building, Chicago (2 min walk).

How to get to Michigan–Wacker Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Michigan–Wacker Historic District:

Bus

Lower Wacker & Michigan • Lines: 120, 121 (1 min walk)
Wacker & Michigan • Lines: 10, 134, 135, 136, 146, 148, 2, 6 (1 min walk)

Metro

State/Lake • Lines: Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple (7 min walk)
Grand • Lines: Red (8 min walk)

Train

Millennium Station (8 min walk)
Van Buren Street (21 min walk)