meetinchicago.com KEY j =Minority Owned k =Women Owned THE CHICAGO TOUR COMPANY chicagotourco.com Online only | 773-930-3710 Whether you’re looking for a general overview of the Windy City or a more focused themed itinerary, we can create the perfect Chicago tour for you! CHICAGO MAHOGANY TOURS chicagomahoganytours.com Auburn-Gresham | 312-965-7768 Dedicated to the preservation and dissemination of the rich history and culture of Chicago, including its people, architecture, and impact on the world. j CHICAGO’S FIRST LADY CRUISES cruisechicago.com Loop | 847-358-1330 | Cruise aboard Chicago’s finest fleet. Choose the official Chicago Architecture Foundation Center River Cruise by day or a customized private party by night. k MERCURY, CHICAGO’S SKYLINE CRUISELINE mercurycruises.com Loop | 312-332-1353 | Don’t miss Mercury’s Urban Adventure Cruise — a complete city tour of Chicago’s river and Lake Michigan’s downtown harbor — complete with live narration. k Zoos BROOKFIELD ZOO/CHICAGO ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY czs.org Brookfield | 708-688-8000 Host your next meeting, party, or event at Brookfield Zoo and we will create a wild experience for guests of any age. Call 708-688-8355. LINCOLN PARK ZOO lpzoo.org Lincoln Park | 312-742-2000 See lions, meerkats, and majestic gorillas just minutes from downtown Chicago. Lincoln Park Zoo is free, open, and amazing every day of the year. 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 | 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. j 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. GALLERY GUICHARD galleryguichard.com Bronzeville | 708-772-9315 An unforgettable indoor/outdoor space where beauty abounds with original artwork, artful furniture, an outdoor patio, and a sculpture garden. jk GLESSNER HOUSE glessnerhouse.org South Loop | 312-326-1480 Richardson-designed architectural treasure. Guided tours by advance ticket only on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. $20 adult, $17 senior/student. ILLINOIS HOLOCAUST MUSEUM & EDUCATION CENTER ilholocaustmuseum.org Skokie | 847-967-4800 The third-largest Holocaust museum in the world! 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 | 312-722-6780 | 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 discounts for groups and Chicago residents, call 312-692-3333. 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. MUSEUMS Museums, Galleries & Exhibitions ADLER PLANETARIUM adlerplanetarium.org South Loop | 312-922-7827 | The Adler offers interactive exhibits, sky shows, education programs, world-class collections, and more. AMERICAN WRITERS MUSEUM americanwritersmuseum.org Loop | 312-374-8790 | This modern museum is an interactive playground for visitors of all ages who want to learn more about their favorite writers and discover new ones. ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO artic.edu Loop | 312-443-3600 | Ranked among the world’s top museums by TripAdvisor travelers, the Art Institute offers one of the greatest collections of Impressionist paintings. CHARNLEY-PERSKY HOUSE charnleyhouse.org Gold Coast | 312-573-1365 Guided tours of this Louis Sullivan-and Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Gold Coast residence are offered at noon on Wednesdays and 10 a.m. on Saturdays. CHICAGO CITYPASS citypass.com/chicago Online only | 208-787-4300 , 888-330-5008 | Save 50% or more on premium admission to the city’s top five attractions, including the Shedd Aquarium. Buy at citypass.com or CityPASS attractions. 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 are 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. Featuring four exclusive caterers. SHOPPING Department Stores FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO fashionoutletsofchicago.com Rosemont | 847-928-7500 Fashion Outlets Chicago is the only two-level indoor outlet shopping experience in the Midwest, featuring 130+ designer outlets offering up to 75% off. MACY’S ON STATE STREET visitmacyschicago.com Loop | 312-781-1000 | See what’s in store at Macy’s on State Street. Visitors Saving Pass available for groups. Gourmet Food & Wine SHORELINE SIGHTSEEING WESTFIELD CONCESSION MANAGEMENT chicagot5.com O’Hare | 773-462-7963 Featuring Dufry, Emporio Armani, Luxury Watches, Salvatore Ferragamo, Michael Kors, Hudson News, I Love Chicago, XpresSpa, Brookstone, Swatch, and Garrett Popcorn Shops. shorelinesightseeing.com Magnificent Mile | Navy Pier, 600 E. Grand Ave., 60611 312-222-9328, charters@ shorelinesightseeing.com Shoreline Charters offers a unique experience for private events for 75 to 175 passengers aboard one of our open-air boats, with the Chicago skyline as your backdrop. Outlet Stores/Malls/ Shopping Centers 900 NORTH MICHIGAN SHOPS shop900.com Magnificent Mile | 312-915-3916 Shop 70 stores on seven levels. Visit shop900.com to request Exclusively 900 cards for groups, which feature discounts and a free gift with a $100 purchase. BLOCK 37 blockthirtyseven.com Loop | 312-261-4700 | This 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. URBAN TRANSFORMATION NETWORK AT METRO FARMS urbantransformationnetwork.org Humboldt Park | 773-677-6496 We encourage urban gardening while increasing diversity and raising awareness for conservation education and urban agriculture with tours of our aquaponic indoor farm. j WENDELLA TOURS & CRUISES wendellaboats.com Magnificent Mile | 312-337-1446 Chicago’s original architecture tour. All Wendella tours feature live narration highlighting Chicago’s rich history and world-class architecture.
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