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Chicago Water Tower

Chicago’s Symbol of Hope: the Historic Water Tower

The historic Water Tower stands tall above Michigan Avenue. Learn the story behind this Living Landmark.

Glessner House Museum in the South Loop of Chicago, the last design by Henry Hobson Richardson

Glessner House: a Remarkable Home for a Remarkable Family

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Grand staircase entrance of the Nickerson Mansion in Chicago Gold Coast, now the Driehaus Museum

Driehaus Museum: The Story Behind the $100,000,000 Mansion

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Chicago Skyline at night from a helicopter

Things to Do at Home in Chicago

You have to stay home and you can’t go here? These performers and resources bring the world to you.

Fine Arts Building photo circa 1900

Fine Arts Building: a Vertical Arts Colony and Madhouse of Creativity

Learn the story behind Chicago’s vibrant crucible of artists, dreamers, and doers.

Aerial view of Grant Park, photo courtesy Choose Chicago

Grant Park: the Making of Chicago’s Front Yard

Find out why it took over a century and several lawsuits to create this Chicago centerpiece.

Field Museum of Natural History

February Free Days at the Field Museum for Illinois Residents

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Museum Campus and downtown Chicago

37 AMAZING Free Things To Do in Chicago

The number of free things to do in Chicago, including attractions and museums, will blow your mind.

Millennium Park Ice Skating Rink

Celebrating Winter Fun at Chicago Ice Skating Rinks

Chicago ice skating is one of the most popular things to do for friends, families, and couples during the cold winter months.

Clarke House Museum is considered Chicago's oldest house. Learn the story behind this 1836 Greek Revival home.

Fortitude and Grit: the Story of Clarke House Museum, Chicago’s Oldest House

The Clarke House Museum tells a remarkable story.

Blackhawks Ice Skating Rink at Winter WonderFest

Navy Pier Light Up The Lake

Festival Hall is transformed into a wonderland at this annual, family-friendly event.

A Perfect Getaway: Eaglewood Resort & Spa 1

A Perfect Getaway: Eaglewood Resort & Spa

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