Nation's First Architecture Race Kick's Off Chicago's 2010 Tourist Season
March 3, 2010 |13:40 | Modern Architectures By : Team X
Chicagoans are passionate about many things including their politics, pizza and even their winters. Yet, perhaps none of those compare to their civic pride and passion about the city's architecture. Local and visiting enthusiasts annually head out to see the latest building innovations on foot, by boat, via bus and bike.
On Saturday, April 17, 2010, couples, siblings, classmates, co-workers, and spouses will have the opportunity to take on over 20 miles of Chicago's architectural landmarks in an adventure of discovery, athleticism, design and construction skills, and fun activities The first team to cross the finish line will enjoy a trip to anywhere in the contiguous U.S. compliments of the sponsor - Chicago Architecture Today LLC.
The Amazing Architecture Race: Chicago 2010 will be held over a one (1) day, four (4) hour period and take participants into some of the city's most architecturally rich and culturally diverse neighborhoods including Hyde Park, Streeterville, Chinatown, Lincoln Park, River North, Pilsen and more. Contained within these communities are a broad array of design styles juxtaposed aside one another awaiting interaction with race runners. Prominent among styles which may be encountered along the race route are Chicago School, Prairie Style, International Style, Gothic Revival, Art Deco, Post Modern, Neo-Classical and others.
While race teams need not be architecturally-knowledgeable or skilled, a willingness to learn and interact with an urban environment is required. To help them accomplish given tasks, they will be aided by the latest technology such as GPS, digital cameras, and smart phones.
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