EASTLAND DISASTER

The River Theater, between Clark and LaSalle Street is the site of the Eastland Disaster.  On Saturday, July 24, 1915, 844 people died when the USS Eastland capsized in the Chicago River.  Discover the complete history of the SS. Eastland and its lasting impact.

River Theater- Clark- LaSalle Street

Learn more on the Eastland Disaster Historical Society website.

www.eastlanddisaster.org