meetinchicago.com 5 McCORMICK PLACE Chicago’s McCormick Place is the largest and most flexible convention center in the Western Hemisphere, boasting more than 2.6 million square feet of exhibit space in four distinct, state-of-the-art buildings (including one of the largest ballrooms in the world). The building offsets 100% of its electricity usage with clean wind energy. 6 INCLUSIVE NEIGHBORHOODS AND WORLD-CLASS CULTURE IPW closing reception at Navy Pier’s Aon Grand Ballroom With 77 diverse neighborhoods, Chicago is home to a vibrant tapestry of communities and cultures from around the world. The city is known for its iconic cultural attractions and events, dynamic theatre, and live music clubs showcasing everything from house to jazz. Attendees can experience the breadth of stories and identities that shape Chicago: From vibrant public art in Pilsen, to community history in Bronzeville, to the LGBTQ+ legacy of Northalsted, and beyond. Choose Chicago’s Inclusive Tourism and Community Engagement team can connect meeting planners with a variety of minority-owned businesses throughout our neighborhoods. Pilsen neighborhood mural
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