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How to spend 24 hours in Chicago’s Northalsted (Boystown) neighborhood
Northalsted (also known as Boystown) is known around the world as the oldest official recognized gay neighborhood in the country.
National Museum of Mexican Art in Pilsen
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Chicago road trip ideas: 5 adventures worth the drive
Every great road trip begins with a spark, and in the Midwest, that spark is Chicago. Spend time immersed in the city’s museums, lakefront, and…
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A visitor’s guide to the Obama Presidential Center opening in Chicago
Obama Presidential Center opening: what to know Here’s what to know about the historic opening of the Obama Presidential Center in Chicago: The Center will…
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Spend a day at and around the Obama Presidential Center: itineraries for families, culture lovers, and more
Chicago’s historic South Side is a crossroads of culture, history, and community. It’s also home to world‑class museums, lakefront parks, architectural landmarks, and one of…
Neighborhoods, Tours & attractions
How to spend 24 hours in Chicago’s Hyde Park neighborhood
The historic, tree-lined streets of Chicago’s storied Hyde Park neighborhood are filled with Gothic architecture, cultural landmarks, and a welcoming energy that gives it a…
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Your guide to spring break 2026 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…
Architecture & history, Tours & attractions
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…
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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,…
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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…
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