PRESENTED BY THE HYDE PARK HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Moderated by Ruth Knack (HPHS), this informal panel discussion examines the history of a neighborhood institution while considering Hyde Park’s cultural roots at large and future plans for growth.

Panelists include:

Neil Harris, Chicago historian, professor emeritus at the University of Chicago, and author of Chicago Apartments. A Century of Lakefront Luxury (2004)
Brian Ashby, Filmmaker and Producer of the recent documentary film Hairy Who & The Chicago Imagists Chuck Thurow, former executive director of Hyde Park Art Center, and previously the Deputy Commissioner for the Dept. of Public Planning for the City of Chicago. Kate Lorenz, current Executive Director of Hyde Park Art Center

This event is cosponsored by the Hyde Park Historical Society. For more information contact Ruth Knack, 773.324.7325.