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On Sunday, Sept. 19th, the 
Trolley Tour Returns
See 24 Homes of the Famous and Infamous of Oak Park & River Forest
What do Twinkies, Homer Simpson, "The Big Tuna", and rap music have in common? To find out, join noted local history expert and raconteur, Doug Deuchler, on an entertaining 90-minute trolley tour through the streets of Oak Park and River Forest.
You will visit the exteriors of two dozen former homes of our most Famous and Infamous and hear the compelling stories about these legends who once walked the streets of our villages, including:
... Ray Kroc, the entrepreneur who introduced McDonald's fast food to the world
... "Three Fingered" Jack White, a loyal member of Capone's gang who is now believed to be the mastermind behind the St. Valentines Day Massacre who later met his demise in his Oak Park apartment
...Kathy Griffin, comedian and Red Carpet Celebrity who is known best for her life on "The D List"
... Percy Julian, the scientist whose invention saved the lives of countless sailors during World War II
plus many, many more surprises!
Two tours are scheduled for Sunday Sept. 19; the first at noon and the second at 2:30 p.m. The tours start at Pleasant Home, located at 217 Home Ave. (the corner of Pleasant Street and Home Avenue) in Oak Park.
Cost for this fun and informative tour is $35 for non-members, and $25 for Historical Society members. Seating is limited so reserve your space now by registering online below or by calling the Historical Society at 708-848-6755.
Why have so many famous and infamous men and women hailed from our towns? Could it be something in the water? Join us to find out!
Order tickets online for:
Noon, Sunday, Sept. 19
2:30 p.m., Sunday Sept. 19.