In its heyday, when debates raged in Bughouse Square and ideas bounced about the Dil Pickle Club, Chicago’sGold Coast featured a wide array of
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vibrant, joyous, and culturally significant literary spots. Even today, the Gold Coast is home to a variety of world class literary institutions, including the Poetry Foundation and Newberry Library. As we visit these places, we’ll discuss their history and significance, while meandering through stretches that include other interesting literary sites, such as the former location of the Playboy mansion.
