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Chicago River Bridges

A multimedia presentation by author Patrick McBriarty on the importance of the bridges in the development of The Windy City from the first wood footbridge, built by a tavern owner in 1832, to the engineering and architectural marvels spanning the Chicago River today.  Based on the award-winning book of the same title, learn how Chicago emerged as the Drawbridge Capital of the world with stories of floods, fire, politics, and innovation. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing following the presentation.

This program is held indoors. Please review the library's COVID-19 policy at https://ippl.info/covid19 prior to attending. 

Date:
Wednesday, October 6, 2021 Show more dates
Time:
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Time Zone:
Central Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Keshav Sanghani Meeting Room- 2nd Floor
Audience:
  Adults  
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