CHICAGO CULTURAL CENTER chicago.gov/city/en/depts/ dca/supp_info/chicago_ culturalcenter.html Loop | Daily programs and exhibitions covering a wide range of the performing and visual arts, presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. CHICAGO HISTORY MUSEUM chicagohistory.org Lincoln Park | 312-642-4600 The Chicago Room features Georgian-style architecture, views of Lincoln Park, state-of-the-art technology, and an outdoor plaza. Four exclusive caterers. CHICAGO MARITIME MUSEUM chicagomaritimemuseum.org Bridgeport | 773-376-1982 | Walk through Chicago’s maritime history, including French fur trading, Great Lakes schooners, WWII on the lakefront, and modern commercial freighters. CHICAGO SPORTS MUSEUM chicagosportsmuseum.com Magnificent Mile | 312-202-0500 Interactive museum features a unique collection of sports memorabilia and engages visitors to test their athletic prowess against Chicago legends. CITY GALLERY AT THE HISTORIC WATER TOWER chicago.gov/city/en/depts/ dca/supp_info/city_gallery_in_ thehistoricwatertower.html Magnificent Mile | Located in one of Chicago’s most popular landmarks, the City Gallery features photographs of Chicago by Chicago photographers. CLARKE HOUSE MUSEUM clarkehousemuseum.org South Loop | 312-744-3316 Clarke House, an 1836 Greek Revival-style home, shows middle-class family life in Chicago during the city’s formative years, before the Civil War. DUSABLE MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY dusablemuseum.org Hyde Park | 773-947-0600 Founded in 1961, the museum shares a unique cultural environment of African-American history through thought-provoking exhibits, programs, and celebrations. FIELD MUSEUM fieldmuseum.org South Loop | 312-922-9410 | See the world’s wonders at the Field Museum. Discover SUE the T. rex , examine precious gems, and explore an ancient tomb. GLESSNER HOUSE glessnerhouse.org Online only | 312-326-1480 H.H. Richardson-designed architectural treasure. Guided tours, by advance ticket only, offered on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. ILLINOIS HOLOCAUST MUSEUM & EDUCATION CENTER ilholocaustmuseum.org Skokie | 847-967-4800 The third-largest Holocaust museum in the world! Visit our Virtual Museum at ihm.ec/virtualmuseum. INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SURGICAL SCIENCE imss.org Gold Coast | 312-642-6502 Located in one of the last historic mansions on Lake Shore Drive, with four floors of exhibitions on the art, science, and history of medicine. MUSEUM OF BROADCAST COMMUNICATIONS museum.tv River North | 312-245-8200 | TV and radio are in the spotlight at this interactive museum with pop culture artifacts, classic media clips, and a “green screen” TV experience. MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART mcachicago.org Streeterville | 312-280-2660 Located just one block from Michigan Avenue, the Museum of Contemporary Art offers exhibitions of the most thought-provoking art created since 1945. MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS chicago.museumofillusions.us Loop | 215-901-3377 | Experience the impossible at the Museum of Illusions! Guests will enjoy more than 80 exhibits that are designed to tease the senses and trick the mind. MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY msichicago.org Hyde Park | 773-684-1414 The Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago is the largest science museum in the country! Experience hands-on, interactive exhibits. SHEDD AQUARIUM sheddaquarium.org South Loop | 312-939-2438 Tickets: adults, $39.95; children 3-11, $29.95. For more information, visit our website. SMART MUSEUM OF ART, THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO smartmuseum.uchicago.edu Hyde Park | 773-702-0200 | As the museum of The University of Chicago, the Smart is home to thought-provoking exhibitions and an exquisite collection of art. Always free. SWEDISH AMERICAN MUSEUM swedishamericanmuseum.org Andersonville | 773-728-8111 | A nonprofit educational activity center for the celebration and interpretation of Swedish-American history and culture. THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO visit.uchicago.edu Hyde Park | 773-702-8360 Discover unique museums, local bookstores, gothic chapels, and architectural masterpieces by world-renowned architects such as Wright, Mies, and Jahn. Department Stores BLOOMINGDALE’S bloomingdales.com Magnificent Mile | 312-440-4596 The Chicago flagship store features six levels that include men’s, women’s, and children’s clothing, shoes, accessories, cosmetics, and Forty Carrots. FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO fashionoutletsofchicago.com Rosemont | 847-928-7500 Fashion Outlets of Chicago is the only two-level indoor outlet shopping experience in the Midwest, featuring 130+ designer outlets offering up to 75 percent off. MACY’S STATE STREET visitmacyschicago.com Loop | 312-781-1000 | See what’s in store at both Macy’s Chicago Stores: Macy’s State Street and Macy’s Water Tower Place. Visitors Saving Pass available for groups. MACY’S WATER TOWER PLACE visitmacyschicago.com Magnificent Mile | 312-335-7700 The Magnificent Mile location offers eight floors of designer fashions, accessories, shoes, cosmetics, and housewares. FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO fashionoutletsofchicago.com Rosemont | 847-928-7500 Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont is a one-of-a-kind shopping experience, with more than 130 designer outlets. THE SHOPS AT NORTH BRIDGE theshopsatnorthbridge.com Magnificent Mile | 312-327-2300 The Shops at North Bridge features Nordstrom and Eataly, plus 50 stores and restaurants, along Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. WATER TOWER PLACE shopwatertower.com Magnificent Mile | 312-440-3166 Water Tower Place offers Premier Perks to out-of-town guests, with special savings and complimentary services throughout the center. THINGS TO DO Spas/Salons THE SPA AT TRUMP trumphotels.com/chicago/spa/ chicago-spa-services River North | 312-588-8020 | A tranquil haven, The Spa at Trump is the perfect place to relax and rejuvenate. Signature Natura Bisse services leave patrons red carpet ready. Gourmet Food & Wine Specialty Stores WESTFIELD CONCESSION MANAGEMENT chicagot5.com O’Hare | 773-462-7963 | Dufry represents Emporio Armani, Luxury Watches, Salvatore Ferragamo, Michael Kors, Hudson News, I Love Chicago, XpresSpa, Brookstone, Swatch, and Garrett Popcorn Shops. CHICAGO DUTY FREE BY DUFRY dufry.com O’Hare | 773-601-2971 | Dufry is the leading travel retailer in Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, with thousands of fabulous tax-free products. GALLERY 37 RETAIL STORE afterschoolmatters.org Loop | 312-744-7267 | Gallery 37 Retail Store is imagination on the loose. All proceeds go back to funding the program that makes this store and everything in it possible. ROOM & BOARD roomandboard.com/stores/ chicago Streeterville | 312-222-0970 | For more than 35 years, we have created modern furnishings designed to be practical, timeless, and comfortable. Enjoy complimentary design services. Jewelry/Watches DAVID YURMAN davidyurman.com Streeterville | 312-787-7779 David Yurman is recognized internationally as America’s foremost luxury jewelry brand, representing diverse beauty that is both classic and modern. Outlet Stores/Malls/ Shopping Centers BLOCK 37 blockthirtyseven.com Loop | 312-261-4700 | Urban lifestyle destination located in the heart of the Loop. Features world-class shopping, an array of restaurants, and a dine-in movie theatre. CHICAGO CHINATOWN chicagochinatown.org Chinatown | 312-326-5320 | A popular destination with Chinese restaurants, gift shops, and more. Offering a rich blend of heritage, culture, people, businesses, and activities. CHICAGO PREMIUM OUTLETS premiumoutlets.com/chicago Aurora | 630-585-2200 | Find an exciting collection of 160 stores from the world’s leading designers and brand names, offering savings of 25-65 percent every day. Bike/Skate Rental BOBBY’S BIKE HIKE CHICAGO – BIKE, WALKING, FOOD TOURS & RENTALS bobbysbikehike.com Streeterville | 312-245-9300 Bobby’s Bike Hike is Chicago’s bike tour/rental leader. Offering more than 300 bikes (including comfort, e-bikes, and child equipped). Located downtown on the 18-mile Lakefront Trail. Golf CHICAGO PARK DISTRICT GOLF COURSES cpdgolf.com South Loop | 312-245-0909 | With six courses, three driving ranges, and two miniature golf courses, there’s golf enjoyment for the whole family, no matter where visitors are in the city. 87
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