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By Ron Becker, Class of 2019  In 1885 the journal Inland Architect, while enthusing about Healy and  Millet’s work, stated, “after thousands of years of stained glass making, to be…

By Bobbi Pinkert, Class of 1999 Buildings are our business, but they are not healthy for the environment or other living things. Consider the facts. Chicago is responsible for 2.6%…

Cynthia Bates, 2016 Such a fantastic River Cruise tour with the outstanding Cynthia as our guide. Really excellent experience and outstanding value for money. The tour goes up and down…

By Brent Hoffmann, 2005 Like many of us, Alina – a certified public accountant with KPMG LLP -- works remotely.  “On March 17th of 2020, I packed up my files,…

By Marisol Kelly, Class of 2015 Graceland . Recently I was scheduled to give the Symbols in Stone Tour at Graceland Cemetery.  Even though it was pouring that day, half…

By Wayne Shapiro, Class of 2020 Located on the banks of Banderas Bay, just off the Pacific Ocean, is the city of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Boasting a population of nearly…

By Emily Clott, Class of 2012 Where can you find an explanation of a particular bas-relief or a discussion of whether the Carbide and Carbon Building is meant to resemble…

Dear Docents, Happy June!  Though it is not yet summer by the calendar, we sure have experienced summer weather already.  Please take care of yourself out there on your tours! …

Editor's note: Memories from Milestone Docents was compiled by Leslie Clark Lewis. Special thanks to Kathleen Carpenter and Susan Pappas who provided most of the photos.  Sandy Bredine  - 20…

Editor's note: The family of Leanne Star, our docent colleague from the class of 2011 who died last year, initiated the Shining Star Award, a one-time award in Leanne's honor. …