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Numerous smaller pedways throughout the central business district are not connected to the main network. These include the tunnel below Quincy Street and the
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Construction on the pedway proper began in 1951 and has continued since then, especially after expansion was included in both 1968's
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in inclement weather. Most connections to the pedway are commercial or government buildings, including hotels. Columbus Plaza,
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Chicago Pedway maps made with 2010 (edited 2011) City of Chicago data and Pedway segment information at wvaughan.org
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The oldest portions of the Pedway, aside from the interiors of some included buildings, are the corridors between
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connecting skyscrapers, retail stores, hotels, and train stations throughout the central business district.
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With a length of more than 40 downtown blocks, it contains shops, restaurants, and public art and helps
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plans to install more art exhibits and a public library as part of a revitalization of the Pedway.
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In December 2013, 22 stained glass panels were installed on the wall opposite the entrance to
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Chicago Detours: Current as of 2020, a user friendly, free downloadable pdf Pedway Map
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The southern reach of the main network was reduced when the 2nd floor passage across
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in November 2003, the two large pedway sections have been united by the platforms.
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Chicago Pedway online map and high quality printable (2008?) PDF map at spiegl.org
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George W. Dunne Cook County Administration Building (69 West Washington Street)
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The smaller but more elaborate eastern section of the pedway, connecting the
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System of pedestrian tunnels and walkways in Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Inside Chicago Walking Tours: Pedway Walking Tour & Secrets of the Loop
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Chicago Pedway map and legend at City of Chicago as a PDF document (2013)
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Downtown Chicago pedway and cut-throughs (Chicago CartoGraphics) (2015)
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Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel (formerly Stouffer Riviere)
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are the only residential buildings connected to the pedway.
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Subterranean City: A Tour of Chicago's Pedway (2004)
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and 2 North Riverside Plaza; within and between the
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