Chicagoland History in Maps

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Program Type:

Adult Programs

Age Group:

Adults
  • Registration is required for this event.
  • Registration will open on March 16, 2026 @ 9:00am.
  • This event is for registrants age 18 years to Over 18.

Program Description

Event Details

Join Donald and Tanya Smith as they present a history of land surveying and map making in Chicago. They are the owners of Greeley-Howard-Norlin-Smith, a 170-year-old land surveying and map making company. Established in Chicago in 1854, it is still owned and operated by members of the same family!

Their presentation will focus on some of the more interesting projects from the historical archives of their family business. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The Orland Park Public Library is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals who require an accommodation for a disability to any library presentations should contact the library at (708) 428-5114 at least five (5) working days prior to the event.

Registration Limits

Please note you may only register for one spot per library card. Multiple registrations associated with the same library card will be cancelled.