“Geology as Destiny: Across the Chicago Portage, a story of Glaciers, Voyageurs, 
and Carp!"

Geologist, David Dolak presents Chicago’s pre-eminence as the largest metropolitan area in the middle of North America is a result of the fortuitous conditions of access across the Mid-Continental watershed divide created by glacial processes over the past 10,000 years. The Chicago Portage water passage has been used by Native Americans, European voyageurs, and was ultimately exploited by the famous reversal of the Chicago River. This led to great economic and population growth in the Region along with environmental costs. The lecture will include a live performance of an original song with lyrics based on these topics.

Lecture – Youth to Adult – 2 p.m. - 60 minutes
Regular Museum Admission, Museum Members Free
Reservations Recommended. 

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