meetinchicago.com KEY j = Minority Owned k = Women Owned SHORELINE SIGHTSEEING COMPANY shorelinesightseeing.com Streeterville | 312-222-9328 Guided Architecture River Tours, Skyline Lake Tours, Firework Cruises, special events, and Brew Cruises! April through November. Group rates. Schedule on website. STARBUCKS RESERVE ROASTERY starbucksreserve.com/en-us/ locations/chicago Magnificent Mile | 312-283-7100 Join us at the Chicago Starbucks Reserve Roastery for an immersive private tour or an unforgettable experience. Find us on tock.com to learn more. 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. CHICAGO CITYPASS citypass.com/chicago Loop | 208-787-4300 | Save 48% on admission to Chicago’s top attractions, including the Shedd Aquarium and Skydeck Chicago, with CityPASS® mobile tickets. Buy at citypass.com . 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. 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 new City Gallery features photographs of Chicago by Chicago photographers. CLARKE-FORD HOUSE clarkefordhouse.org South Loop | Built in 1836, the Clarke-Ford House is Chicago’s oldest house. COLOR FACTORY colorfactory.co Loop | One of Time Out ’s 22 Best New Experiences in the World, Color Factory takes guests of all ages on a fun, dynamic journey through 15 immersive exhibits. THE DUSABLE BLACK HISTORY MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CENTER 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. 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 North Suburbs | 847-967-4800 The mission of the Illinois Holocaust Museum is expressed in its founding principle: “Remember the Past, Transform the Future.” 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. KLAIRMONT KOLLECTIONS klairmontkollections.com Belmont Cragin | 773-685-1904 Klairmont Kollections Automotive Museum and Event Space displays over 300 vintage cars. The event space accommodates groups of 25 to 300. Free parking. MINDWORKS: THE SCIENCE OF THINKING mindworkschicago.org Loop | 773-795-4580 Mindworks is the world’s first discovery center and lab dedicated to behavioral science. Free, and located in the heart of downtown Chicago. MITCHELL MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN mitchellmuseum.org North Suburbs | 847-475-1030 One of only a few museums across the country that focuses exclusively on the art, history, and culture of Native American and First Nation peoples. j MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART mcachicago.org Streeterville | 312-280-2660 Exhibitions of the most thought-provoking art created since 1945. The MCA boasts an acclaimed gift store, Marisol restaurant, and a sculpture garden. MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS moichicago.com Loop | 312-722-6780 | Experience the impossible at the Museum of Illusions! Guests will immerse themselves in the world of illusions, with over 60 mind-bending exhibits! MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY msichicago.org Hyde Park | 773-684-1414 | The largest science museum in the country! Experience hands-on, interactive exhibits. SHEDD AQUARIUM sheddaquarium.org South Loop | 312-692-3275 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. WRIGHTWOOD 659 wrightwood659.org Lincoln Park | 773-437-6601 Wrightwood 659 is an exhibition space conceived for the presentation of exhibitions of architecture and socially engaged art. SHOPPING Department Stores FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO fashionoutletsofchicago.com Northwest Suburbs 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. Outlet Stores/Malls/ Shopping Centers 900 NORTH MICHIGAN SHOPS shop900.com Magnificent Mile | 312-915-3916 Featuring 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 | 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. FASHION OUTLETS OF CHICAGO fashionoutletsofchicago.com Northwest Suburbs 847-928-7500 | Fashion Outlets of Chicago in Rosemont is a one-of-a-kind shopping experience with over 130 designer outlets. THE SHOPS AT NORTH BRIDGE theshopsatnorthbridge.com Magnificent Mile | 312-870-1622 The Shops at North Bridge features Nordstrom and Eataly, plus 50 stores and 20 restaurants, along Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. WATER TOWER PLACE shopwatertower.com Magnificent Mile | 312-440-3580 Water Tower Place is renowned for its vast selection of over 60 stores, including American Girl Place, LEGO, Akira, Eileen Fisher, and many more. Zoos BROOKFIELD ZOO/CHICAGO ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY czs.org Southwest Suburbs 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. 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 | Your place to explore! The one-of-a-kind American Writers Museum features fun and interactive exhibits for readers and writers of all ages. 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 held at noon on Wednesdays and 10 a.m. on Saturdays. Spas/Salons K’ALMA SPA CONCEPTS AND MANAGEMENT kalmaspas.com Gold Coast | 312-356-0000 At Leaf Spa at the Fairmont Chicago, indulge in a variety of holistic treatments created with the intention of bringing wellness to the mind, body, and soul.
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