CONTENTS FEATURES RESOURCES THINGS TO DO KEY THINGS TO DO A F R B L W j k =ADA Compliant =Family Friendly =Restaurant =On-Site Parking =Live Music =Cover Charge =Minority Owned =Women Owned Chicago History Museum Lincoln Park 1601 N. Clark St. 312-642-4600 chicagohistory.org Chicago begins here. Ride the first ‘L’ car, discover The White City, and become a Chicago-style hot dog. Kids 12 and under are free. A F R City Gallery at the Historic Water Tower Magnificent Mile 806 N. Michigan Ave. chicago.gov/city/en/depts/ dca/supp_info/city_gallery_in_ thehistoricwatertower.html Located in one of Chicago’s most popular landmarks, the City Gallery features photographs of Chicago by local photographers. F Clarke-Ford House South Loop 1827 S. Indiana Ave. clarkefordhouse.org Tours of the Clarke House, an 1836 Greek Revival-style home, shows middle-class life in Chicago during the city’s formative years before the Civil War. A F Color Factory Loop 320 W. Jackson Blvd., Lower Level 2 801-231-1112 colorfactory.co One of Time Out’s 22 Best New Experiences in the World, the Color Factory takes guests of all ages on a colorful journey through 15 immersive exhibits. F R The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center Hyde Park 740 E. 56th Pl. 773-947-0600 dusablemuseum.org The DuSable shares a unique cultural environment of African American history through thought-provoking exhibits, programs, and celebrations. A F B j Field Museum South Loop 1400 S. Jean Baptiste Point DuSable Lake Shore Dr. 312-922-9410 fieldmuseum.org See the world’s wonders at the Field Museum. Explore over 40 million objects, including SUE, the largest, most complete T. rex in the world. A F R Glessner House South Loop 1800 S. Prairie Ave. 312-326-1480 glessnerhouse.org Richardson-designed architectural treasure. Guided tours by advance ticket only on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. $20 adult, $17 senior/ student. F Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center North Suburbs 9603 Woods Dr., Skokie 847-967-4800 ilholocaustmuseum.org The third-largest Holocaust museum in the world! A F B International Museum of Surgical Science Gold Coast 1524 N. Lake Shore Dr. 312-642-6502 imss.org 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. A F Klairmont Kollections Belmont Cragin 3117 N. Knox Ave. 773-685-1904 klairmontkollections.com Our 100,000-square-foot facility is home to one of the largest collections of automobiles in the Midwest. See 300 classic and antique autos, including one-of-a-kind concept cars, sports cars, and memorabilia. A Mindworks: The Science of Thinking Loop 224 S. Michigan Ave. 773-795-4580 mindworkschicago.org 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 North Suburbs 3001 Central St., Evanston 847-475-1030 mitchellmuseum.org 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 Streeterville 220 E. Chicago Ave. 312-280-2660 mcachicago.org The MCA is one of the world’s most renowned museums dedicated to contemporary art. A F B Museum of Science and Industry Hyde Park 5700 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr. 773-684-1414 msichicago.org At the largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere explore a World War II German submarine, manipulate a 40-foot tornado, and try dynamic, hands-on activities. A F R B ARTS & CULTURE MUSEUMS, GALLERIES & EXHIBITIONS Adler Planetarium South Loop 1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr. 312-922-7827 adlerplanetarium.org America’s first planetarium features immersive sky shows, engaging exhibitions, exciting events, and special lectures. A F R B American Writers Museum Loop 180 N. Michigan Ave. 312-374-8790 americanwritersmuseum.org This cultural gem features innovative and dynamic state-of-the-art exhibitions. Named Illinois’ Best Attraction by USA Today . A F Art Institute of Chicago Loop 111 S. Michigan Ave. 312-443-3600 artic.edu Visit the only museum in the world to be consistently top-ranked by Tripadvisor. Children under 14 are free! A F Charnley-Persky House Gold Coast 1365 N. Astor St. 312-573-1365 charnleyhouse.org Guided tours of this Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Gold Coast residence are held at noon Wednesdays and 10 a.m. Saturdays. Chicago CityPASS Loop Purchase online or from participating attractions 208-787-4300 citypass.com/chicago Save 48% on admission to Chicago’s top attractions, including the Shedd Aquarium and Skydeck Chicago, with CityPASS mobile tickets. Buy at citypass.com. F Chicago Cultural Center Loop 78 E. Washington St. 312-744-3316 chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_ info/chicago_culturalcenter.html Daily programs and exhibitions covering a wide range of the performing and visual arts, presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. A F Shedd Aquarium South Loop 1200 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr. 312-692-3275 sheddaquarium.org Immerse yourself! Shedd’s exhibits connect you to 32,000 incredible animals from around the world — and close to home. A F R Smart Museum of Art, The University of Chicago Hyde Park 5550 S. Greenwood Ave. 773-702-0200 smartmuseum.uchicago.edu As the museum of The University of Chicago, the Smart is home to thought-provoking exhibitions and an exquisite collection of art. Always free. A F B Swedish American Museum Andersonville 5211 N. Clark St. 773-728-8111 swedishamericanmuseum.org A nonprofit educational activity center for the celebration and interpretation of Swedish American history and culture. F Wrightwood 659 Lincoln Park 659 W. Wrightwood Ave. 773-437-6601 wrightwood659.org Wrightwood 659 is an exhibition space conceived for the presentation of exhibitions of architecture and socially engaged art. THEATRE & PERFORMING ARTS Auditorium Theatre Loop 50 E. Ida B. Wells Dr. 312-341-2300 auditoriumtheatre.org A National Historic Landmark, the Auditorium Theatre presents the best in dance, music, theatre, and cultural entertainment in Chicago’s Loop. A F B Blue Man Group Lakeview Briar Street Theatre, 3133 N. Halsted St. 800-258-3626 blueman.com/chicago/buy-tickets Blue Man Group is a combination of art, music, comedy, and technology, known for its iconic characters and creative explorations. F Broadway In Chicago Loop 17 N. State St. 312-977-1701 broadwayinchicago.com Broadway In Chicago brings Broadway’s biggest shows to Chicago’s finest theatres. General information and group sales: 312-977-1701. A F L moichicago.com Loop 25 E. Washington St. 312-722-6780 The Museum of Illusions is better than ever, unveiling a completely NEW experience with 20+ never-before-seen illusions and almost double the space! MOI is a one-of-a-kind “edutainment” destination where you can immerse yourself in the wonderful world of illusions! MUSEUM OF ILLUSIONS 56 choosechicago.com
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