Altenheim Goes to the Movies
Tour the Altenheim, originally built to care for the elderly and later, a setting for movies
Online
20 min
Unlimited guests
FREE
About
Situated about 10 miles outside downtown Chicago, the Altenheim was established in 1885 as a home to care for the elderly. Much later, it became a setting for the movies Harry and Tonto (1974), The Package (1989), and The Babe (1992).
Join Chicago Movie Tours on this virtual walking tour as you roam the exterior of The Altenheim.
Virtual Tour FAQs
How Do I Watch?
This experience takes place on Chicago Movie Tours' Facebook Page. Visit the link at the scheduled time and click PLAY on the live video. (You do not need a Facebook account to watch.)
Can I Get a Reminder?
Sure! If you follow Chicago Movie Tours on Facebook and allow notifications on your device, you will be notified when we go live. If you'd like an email reminder, register here for the event at least 24 hours before it begins.
Can I Watch Later?
Virtual tours may not be available after their livestream. Because Chicago Movie Tours' virtual events often include film clips that may trigger social media censors, Facebook, YouTube, or Twitter may remove the videos after the livestream, even though the material is considered fair use. In short: it's a good idea to watch live.
How Do I Tip?
Nearly all of Chicago Movie Tours' virtual events are FREE to attend! If you'd like to make a donation or tip, you may do so when you register, via our donation page, or directly through Venmo or Paypal. Thank you!
What's Included
Chicago Movie Tours' virtual and in-person programs incorporate the following to bring the subject matter to life:
HD video
Photos
Clips and screenshots
Maps
Newspapers
Movie fan magazines
Animated slideshows
Expert commentary...and more
