Graceland Cemetery is an under-visited open space in the heart of Chicago’s north side.
In addition to a variety of funereal architecture and statuary, Graceland is an arboretum at heart and home to many birds and other wildlife.

Our fall walk through this 161-year-old cemetery will focus more on birds and wildlife than statuary, but we’ll pause to admire the gravestones of Chicago’s departed who’s who. Depending on migration conditions, we should find a wide variety of bird species.
More information about Graceland Cemetery can be found here: https://www.gracelandcemetery.org/

Trip tips:
You should carry water with you on the walk, dress for the weather and bring binoculars if you have them. There are some binoculars to borrow.

Leader: Larry Krutilis

You must RSVP in advance. Pre-registration is required for the bird walk. Please contact Larry (nuthatch75@yahoo.com) or aerin tedesco (aerintedesco@gmail.com) at least 24 hours in advance if you cannot attend or with questions.

Safety Instructions:
- In order to attend you must be FULLY VACCINATED.
- Please bring a face mask with you. You may be asked to wear it as needed by the trip leader.

Meet in the small parking lot on the left just after you enter the gates of Graceland: https://goo.gl/maps/1aFBmyZNmHH4EjQ96. Look for people with binoculars.

Directions:
The main entrance of Graceland Cemetery is located on the northeast corner of Clark St. and Irving Park Rd.
-> Three bus routes stop outside the gates (#80, #22 and X9). From the Sheridan stop on the Red Line, the walk to the Graceland’s gate takes about 7 minutes.
-> If you cycle to Graceland, you should be able to lock up your bike inside the cemetery near the visitor’s center.
-> Parking within the cemetery is limited, but street parking should be available on the west side of Clark St. north and south of Irving Park.