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How to celebrate Black History Month in Chicago
The significance of Black history in Chicago has helped shape the city into a cultural and economic powerhouse. And there’s no better time to discover…
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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How to have a cozy winter in Chicago this year
As soon as the first sprinkle of snow falls, cozy season in Chicago officially begins. The city celebrates the art of coziness in so many…
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10 Chicago art and museum exhibits not to miss this fall/winter 2025
Chicago’s cultural calendar is always packed, and this fall is no exception. From groundbreaking retrospectives to cutting-edge exhibitions, there’s no shortage of eye-opening museum exhibits…
Architecture & history, Tours & attractions
Step inside historic homes during the 52nd annual Historic Pullman House Tour
Chicago is a city of firsts, particularly when it comes to architecture. And Pullman, the first planned industrial town in the country and the city’s…
Architecture & history, Blog, Tours & attractions
Cruising through history: The ultimate Route 66 Chicago itinerary
Dubbed the “Mother Road” by celebrated American author John Steinbeck, Route 66 runs from Chicago to Los Angeles. Since 1926, it’s been shuttling dreamers, drifters,…
Blog, Tours & attractions
Accessible Chicago attractions for deaf and hard-of-hearing visitors
As an architectural photographer, tour guide, and storyteller, I spend most of my days crisscrossing Chicago with my camera in hand and a curious eye…
Tours & attractions
Top experiences for solo travelers in Chicago
You’ve got to make Chicago your next solo travel destination! It’s so easy to find something you love from outdoorsy bike trails to award-winning museums…
Shopping and fashion, Tours & attractions
The new Harry Potter Shop is now open in Chicago
Witches and wizards, grab your wands — the brand new Harry Potter Shop is now open in Chicago. The store opened to the public on…
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Your guide to spring break 2025 in Chicago
In the springtime, Chicago lives up to its official city motto Urbs In Horto — “City in a Garden.” Our countless parks, green spaces, and…
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6 romantic spots to propose in Chicago
You’ve found “the one.” You’ve bought the ring. Now all you have to do is plan the perfect spot to ask that once-in-a-lifetime question. In…
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See Chicago in 24 hours
In town for business? Meet the real Chicago. Tacking on some leisure time to your business trip allows you to plan for a fun extended…
Blog, Dining, Neighborhoods, Tours & attractions
What to eat, see, and do in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood
Little Village, often referred to as “La Villita” by locals, offers a vibrant Mexican cultural experience without leaving Chicago. With nearly 1,000 locally owned businesses,…
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