Patrick McBriarty

Patrick McBriarty, a bridge historian and author of Chicago River Bridges, shares fascinating insights about Chicago's iconic bridge houses and their operators. Discover the historical significance and architectural beauty of these structures, which once served as homes for drawbridge operators. McBriarty also intertwines personal anecdotes about navigating grief through photography of these bridges, reflecting on their operational challenges and charm. His passion brings the city's rich engineering heritage to life, inviting listeners to appreciate these architectural marvels.