This weekend an amazing event is happening throughout the city! The Chicago Archicture Foundation has organized Open House Chicago. It will give everyone the opportunity to gain free entry to Chicago buildings and city history. The idea is simple, to give people a “behind-the-scenes look at many of the city’s great places and spaces.”

On October 18-19, 2014 these 150 designated places will be open to the public typically from 9am-5pm (though times may vary). According to the website, “Explore repurposed mansions, hidden rooms, sacred spaces, private clubs, iconic theatres, offices, hotels and more—all for free.” They add, “Open House Chicago (OHC) gives you access to buildings that tell the stories of Chicago communities and cultures. By venturing into diverse neighborhoods for self-guided exploration, OHC participants come together to discover community and place.”

Among the many places around Chicago, Edgewater makes its contribution with eight entries. The website lists these local icons: