Tourgoers in front of the Marshall Field Mansion
One of Prairie Avenue's many haunted buildings
The oldest house in Chicago, the Widow Clarke House
Outside the Glessner Mansion where our tour group meets.
The Glessner Mansion as it was seen in 1900.
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Prairie Avenue Haunted History Tour and Ghost Hunt

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Chicago's original Millionaire's Row, meet the ghosts of the Gilded Age. Marshall Field, George Pullman, Philip Armour, and many more used to live in this amazing area, the most desirable address in the city before the fire. Many of the incredible homes are still standing and the spirits linger, waiting to divulge their secrets in a haunted history tour and ghost investigation in one of Chicago's most prestigious places.

About this activity

Non Refundable Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Duration 2.33 hours

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Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Includes

  • Ghost hunting gear including EMF meters, dowsing rods, and spirit boxes.

Special Instructions

We do a roll call at the beginning of the tour

Itinerary

  • Estimated Time : 20 minutes

    This will be our first stop. You will hear the scandals and ghost stories of this famous abode.

    Free Admission

  • Estimated Time : 20 minutes

    The Henry B. Clarke House is a Greek Revival-style house. You will learn about the sordid history of Chicago's oldest building.

    Free Admission

  • Estimated Time : 20 minutes

    We will stop by this distinct 1870s mansion, in the heart of the Chicago's renowned Prairie Avenue Historic District.

    Free Admission

  • Estimated Time : 20 minutes

    The Second Presbyterian Church is a landmark Gothic Revival church. You will hear about the haunted history of a beautiful house of worship.

    Free Admission

  • Estimated Time : 60 minutes

    From its history as an Indian trail to its eventual ascendence to the home of the 19th Century Rich and Famous, you'll learn history and ghost stories of people like George Pullman, who designed the famous train sleeping car to amazing architect Henry Ives Cobb, designer of the Newberry Library, and more as we present the haunted stories and scandals of these fascinating Victorian characters.

    Free Admission

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