Bridge Lift Viewing
Bridge Lift Viewing
Watch Chicago’s iconic bridges in action from inside the Bridgehouse. Learn about the city’s movable bridges and their history.
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Apr 15, 2026 9:00 AM – 12:00 PMUTC: 2026-04-15 09:00
For locals, the Bridge Lift Viewing at the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum isn’t just a spectacle – it’s a celebration of what makes Chicago unique. Moveable bridges are woven into the city’s history, enabling our growth, shaping neighborhoods, and serving as a living symbol of Chicago’s resourcefulness. This event offers Chicagoans a rare chance to connect with their city’s past and present. Watch as t…
If you’re searching for a unique Chicago experience, look no further than the Bridge Lift Viewing at the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum. Located right on Michigan Avenue at the river’s edge, this charming five-story museum is housed inside a real bridgehouse—a space usually off-limits to the public. What can you expect? As one of Chicago’s famous movable bridges rises to let tall boats pass, you’ll wit…
?? Calling All Chicago Explorers & Curious Minds! ?? Have you ever wanted to get a front-row seat to one of Chicago’s coolest engineering marvels? Now’s your chance! Don’t miss the Bridge Lift Viewing at the McCormick Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum – the ONLY place in town where you can watch the city’s iconic bridges rise and fall, all from inside a historic Bridgehouse perched on the edge of the Chicago River.…
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