Thank you for your interest in visiting The Chicago Lighthouse. Due to the large volume of tour requests, we now offer a set tour schedule to offer guests and small groups (6 or less) the most educational experience.

Tours are given on the following dates:
1st Wednesday of every month from 10-11:15 a.m.
3rd Wednesday of every month from 1-2:15 p.m.

The Lighthouse does not accommodate walk-in tours. RSVP's are required at least two weeks in advance. If you have to cancel, please do so at least 2 days prior to your tour date.

To schedule a tour for a date listed above, or for a group of 6 individuals or more (schools, organizations, companies, ect.), please contact Dominic Calabrese at (312) 997-3662 or e-mail dominic.calabrese@chicagolighthouse.org.

As the nations most comprehensive social service agency for people who are blind or visually impaired, your Lighthouse tour will visit the following programs and more:

Adult Living Skills
Veteran Administration Program
Development Center for Blind, Multi-disabled Children
Low Vision Clinic
Adaptive Technology Center
Chicagoland Radio Information Service
Employment Services
Chicago Lighthouse Industries
Illinois Instructional Materials Center

Tour Guidelines:

• Feel free to ask questions.
• Do not pet or speak to the guide dogs.
• No photography or videotaping without consent from tour guide.
  Photography and video policy: No photographs or videotaping allowed without written permission of the people being photographed. Staff of the ALS and CDC programs must approve photos taken in those areas prior to tour.
• Visitors who arrive after the tour begins must check in with the receptionist before joining in with the tour. Late comers are not guaranteed to visit programs already toured.
• Restrooms facilities and water fountains are located near the reception area. Please allot adequate time to use prior to the tour start time.
• Visitors who would like more information about a specific program can schedule a time before or after the tour to meet with a program manager. Please arrange to do so before you come. Unscheduled meetings will only be accommodated with the managers consent.