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Wildsam

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    Description

    Wildsam – Chicago

    A field guide to Chicago: record shops and classic pizzerias, beat reporters and poets, urban history, and the storied world of pro sports. This guide explores the neighborhoods, voices, and cultural energy that define one of America’s great cities.

    Inside Wildsam Chicago, you'll find:

    • City stories from celebrated writers, past and present

    • Illustrated maps to beloved bars, Prairie School gems, lakefront spots, and iconic pizza

    • Interviews with artists, musicians, historians, and Chicago food experts

    • Archival miscellany and deep local lore

    • Recommendations for authentic Chicago experiences and trusted travel essentials

    Designed for travelers and locals alike, this guide highlights the independent spirit, architectural legacy, and cultural depth that make Chicago unforgettable.

    “Glacial winters and miracle summers. Skyscraper ambition and star-crossed ball clubs. Howling L trains and the lapping lake.”

    • Maps to architecture, bars, and neighborhood classics

    • Local interviews with cultural and culinary voices

    • Chicago history and modern city insights

    • Curated experiences for exploring the city like a local

    Details

    145 pages, printed in the U.S.A. Back-pocket size, 4 x 6.5 inches Featuring more than a dozen local voices

    Founder & Editor in Chief Taylor Bruce
    Editor Samantha Alviani
    Illustrations Simone Martin-Newberry
    Contributing Writers Kevin Pang, Jeff Ruby, Roger Reeves, Davy Rothbart, Patricia Smith
    Featuring Amanda Williams, Tarnynon Onumonu, Mark Greenwood, Nelson Algren, Rebecca Makkai, Saul Bellow

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    Authorized Retailer Statement

    My American Goods is an authorized retailer of WILDSAM through Shopify Collective. All products are authentic and shipped directly from WILDSAM's official inventory. Learn More.

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    • Made in America

    • Fuled by Real & Rooted Things

    • Reduced Carbon Footprint

    • Highest Quality Print

    • Community Driven

    What makes Wildsam Special To Us

    At My American Goods, we’re excited to include Wildsam because they merge storytelling, craft and American authenticity in a meaningful way. Everything they produce carries the spirit of place—from road-trip lore to regional insight—and celebrates makers who value depth, context and purpose. Wildsam reads like an adventure, delivers like design, and belongs in the hand of the shopper who wants more than just a product.

    The Details That Matter

    What kind of products does Wildsam offer?

    Wildsam produces travel-field guides, lifestyle goods and apparel inspired by American places, road trips and the spirit of exploration. Their collection is rooted in design, story and place.

    When was Wildsam founded and what’s its mission?

    Founded in 2012, Wildsam’s mission is to “tell true stories of place,” seeking out the real, the rooted and the meaningful in American destinations and culture.

    Where are Wildsam’s products designed or made?

    Wildsam is an American-based brand (with design and operations in the USA). While products are about American place and travel, the brand emphasises U.S. storytelling and craft.

    Who is Wildsam for — what type of customer?

    Their goods appeal to curious travelers, regional explorers, and those who appreciate design and storytelling tied to place. Whether you’re a seasoned road-tripper or someone wanting thoughtful home/lifestyle goods, Wildsam delivers.

    Are the travel guides actionable? What will I get from them?

    Yes — Wildsam field guides deliver expert local knowledge, hand-drawn maps, essays, interviews and curated lists of places you wouldn’t find in typical travel books. They are built for deep engagement and real experience.