Chicago Portage National Historic Site

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4801 Harlem Ave
Berwyn, IL 60402

The Chicago Portage National Historic Site, located in Berwyn, Illinois, marks the western end of the historic portage that linked the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River. Recognized as a National Historic Site since 1952, it serves as a reminder of the significant travel routes that shaped the development of the United States interior.

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A most significant historical location and the birthplace of Chicago
12/24/2023

I was a volunteer tour guide there for three years. It is a most special place with so much signific...

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Linking the Great Lakes to the Mississippi River
8/23/2022

Nobody ever discovered the fabled Northwest Passage, an oceanic route through the North American con...

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Hidden Historic Gem
4/20/2021

While exploring Cook County Forest Preserves and Trails in 2020, I came upon this hidden gem worth c...

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