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Top things to do for Valentine’s Day in Chicago
Chicago is the perfect place to spend Valentine’s Day. The city offers the ideal mix of big-city romance and cozy winter vibes, whether you’re looking…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Explore top Chicago art galleries in the West Town neighborhood
Chicago’s West Town neighborhood is known for its artsy vibe, buzzy new restaurants, local breweries, and excellent salvage shops. If that’s not enough, this urban…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Dining, Special events
50+ Chicago spots to check out for National Black Business Month
August is National Black Business Month, the perfect time to put a spotlight on Chicago’s wealth of Black-owned businesses. Chicago’s Black entrepreneurs are an integral…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Special events
Celebrate Haitian American Heritage Month in Chicago
Haitian heritage runs deep in Chicago. The city has a special connection to the Caribbean nation — Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, Chicago’s first permanent…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog, Special events
How to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Chicago
The beginning of May marks the start of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the perfect time to honor and explore the rich contributions…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog
Fun classes and workshops in Chicago
Chicago is a city filled with talented locals, honing their craft in everything from the art of stained glass to cake decorating to flying trapeze…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog
Top international art fair EXPO CHICAGO returns to Navy Pier this spring
Now in its 12th year as a leading international art fair, EXPO CHICAGO Contemporary Art Fair returns to iconic Navy Pier with an exciting roster…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog
Explore One Chicago filming locations: Chicago Fire, PD, and Med
There’s a whole crop of hit shows that film in Chicago, from The Chi to The Bear. But the city truly plays a leading role…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog
Spend a day in Chicago with local street artist Sentrock
As you walk the streets of Chicago, you can’t miss the many colorful murals featuring a cartoon-like figure wearing a red bird mask. These are…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog
Where to see Indigenous art exhibits in Zhegagoynak (Chicago) this winter
November is Native American Heritage Month, a time for highlighting, reflecting on, and celebrating Native history, art, and culture. I moved from Cherokee Nation to…
Arts, culture & entertainment, Blog
Experience Chinese culture, cuisine, and more in Chicago
Chinese immigrants first began settling in Chicago in the late 1800s. Since then, the city’s Chinese population has put down deep roots in Chinatown, transforming…
Arts, culture & entertainment
Where to experience Asian art, culture, and history in Chicago
Chicago is home to a wide range of diverse art and culture, including a wealth of museums, galleries, and arts organizations that highlight different perspectives…
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