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A Day Celebrating the Women of Illinois
A Day Celebrating the Women of Illinois

On March 8th, we celebrate International Women’s Day - a day of observance for w...

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A Day Celebrating the Women of Illinois

On March 8th, we celebrate International Women’s Day - a day of observance for w...

Fair City on the World's Stage: The World's Fair in Chicago
Fair City on the World's Stage: The World's Fair in Chicago

More than a century after the World’s Fair graced Chicago—and a killer stalked i...

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Fair City on the World's Stage: The World's Fair in Chicago

More than a century after the World’s Fair graced Chicago—and a killer stalked i...

Best Chicago Architecture
Best Chicago Architecture

Outings and events put you at the doorstep of (and sometimes in the hidden corne...

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Best Chicago Architecture

Outings and events put you at the doorstep of (and sometimes in the hidden corne...

Living History: African American Historical Exhibits
Living History: African American Historical Exhibits

The African American community’s legacy emerges through exhibits and events at t...

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Living History: African American Historical Exhibits

The African American community’s legacy emerges through exhibits and events at t...

From Darkness into Light: Illinois Holocaust Museum Exhibits
From Darkness into Light: Illinois Holocaust Museum Exhibits

The timeless and powerful Illinois Holocaust Museum promises a journey contrasti...

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From Darkness into Light: Illinois Holocaust Museum Exhibits

The timeless and powerful Illinois Holocaust Museum promises a journey contrasti...

Take a Literary Tour at the American Writers Museum
Take a Literary Tour at the American Writers Museum

Kitty-corner from Chicago’s famous Cloud Gate sculpture in Millennium Park sits ...

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Take a Literary Tour at the American Writers Museum

Kitty-corner from Chicago’s famous Cloud Gate sculpture in Millennium Park sits ...

Illinois Bicentennial Celebrations
Illinois Bicentennial Celebrations

Celebrate the 200th Birthday of Illinois—December 3, 2018—with a full year of ev...

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Illinois Bicentennial Celebrations

Celebrate the 200th Birthday of Illinois—December 3, 2018—with a full year of ev...

An Architect’s Canvas: Exploring Frank Lloyd Wright's Past in Oak Park
Frank Lloyd Wright in Oak Park

Frank Lloyd Wright built many homes near his longtime residence in Oak Park. Wri...

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Frank Lloyd Wright in Oak Park

Frank Lloyd Wright built many homes near his longtime residence in Oak Park. Wri...

Girlfriend Getaway along the I&M Canal
Girlfriend Getaway along the I&M Canal

In the 1800s, the Illinois and Michigan Canal fueled commerce from the Illinois ...

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Girlfriend Getaway along the I&M Canal

In the 1800s, the Illinois and Michigan Canal fueled commerce from the Illinois ...


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Six Romantic Spots Along the Great River Road in Illinois

The Great River Road, which travels along the Mississippi River, has countless opportunities for couples to experience romantic moments.

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What’s New at Navy Pier

From our window in the sky, the view below spread out like an immense watercolor. Turquoise Lake Michigan to one side, the slate gray Chicago skyline to the other and,...

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Spring Refresh

Chicagoland has a fantastic variety of shopping, including upscale malls and outlets to help bring any wardrobe up to date.

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Chicago Rooftop Bars & Patios That Locals Love

by Amber Holst

Concierges share the Chicago rooftop bars and patios beloved by the locals.

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Keeping History Alive: A Tour Through the Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center

by Emma Pope

Writer Emma Pope spends a day at the museum rich with interactive, invaluable lessons in human rights and our place in the future.

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Hometown Pride: Chicago's LGBTQ Leaders on Their Favorite Summer Activities

by Kendra L. Williams

One mentioned the 48th annual Chicago Pride Parade (June 25, 2017). Most could barely contain themselves to just five picks.

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Get Your Kicks on Illinois Route 66

The 300-mile section of Route 66 angling across Illinois lures road-trippers seeking throwback gas stations, Muffler Men and the pleasure of taking their time.

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Girlfriend Getaway along the I&M Canal

In the 1800s, the Illinois and Michigan Canal fueled commerce from the Illinois River to Chicago. Today, follow the canal for a history-infused, shopping-filled getaway.

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Chicago Food Authority turned Galena Food Authority

by Samantha Roby

 Chicago foodie and Instagrammer Samantha Roby visits Galena, and shares her experience of tasting her way through the town.

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