Join us for an evening with Lee Bey, acclaimed architecture critic for the Chicago Sun-Times and ABC7 Chicago, and author of Southern Exposure: The Overlooked Architecture of Chicago’s South Side.
Bey is an influential voice in urban planning, architecture and design, and Chicago history. He is also a member of the Sun-Times editorial board, where he brings sharp insights into city governance, neighborhood development, politics, and the built environment.
Bey is the author of the highly praised book Southern Exposure: The Overlooked Architecture of Chicago’s South Side and the host of the Emmy-nominated public television special Building Blocks: The Architecture of Chicago’s South Side on WTTW. His photography has been featured in Architectural Digest, The New York Times, and international design publications, showcasing his unparalleled ability to capture the soul of Chicago's architecture.
During this special event, Bey will present insights from his acclaimed book, Southern Exposure: The Overlooked Architecture of Chicago's South Side. This groundbreaking work sheds light on the rich architectural heritage of the South Side, exploring how its overlooked landmarks have shaped Chicago's cultural and urban identity.
In addition, Bey will offer an exclusive sneak peek into his upcoming project focusing on the West Side of Chicago, promising to highlight this historic area's beauty, complexity, and potential. This is a rare opportunity to better understand Chicago’s architectural legacy and the stories behind the buildings that define our neighborhoods.
This program will not be recorded.
Join us for other programs in our Focus on Architecture series:
Frank Lloyd Wright: Organic Architect, Tuesday April 15, 7pm, Virtual. Register
Chicago Architecture: The Latest and Greatest, Thursday April 17, 1pm, Auditorium. Learn More.
Putting Sears Homes on the Map: Mail Order House Phenomenon, Thursday May 1, 1pm, Auditorium, Learn more.
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From the south: Go north on Green Bay Road. Turn left on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From the north: Go south on Green Bay Road. Turn right on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From I-94 (Edens Expressway):from the South - exit at Lake Ave. East. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. • from the North - exit at Rt. 41/Skokie Blvd. Turn left (east) on Lake Ave. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave.
Mass transit options include CTA, Metra, and Pace.
