Chicago Cultural Center
Guide To The Chicago Cultural Center
The Chicago Cultural Center seems to be the little unknown gem in the city that is constantly upstaged by the world-renowned museums and Millennium Park across the street. But hidden within its walls are some amazing things that make it the stunning Chicago landmark that it is.
Best Places To Entertain Grandparents On A Budget In Chicago
Chicago can be a vibrant city for people of all ages. Make sure to make the most of what Chicago has to offer for the older generation by taking advantage of the many discounts and venues that cater towards seniors.
Best Free Art Activities In Chicago
From antiques made in ancient Greece to Pablo Picasso’s works from the last century, Chicago has numerous venues and tours with free admission. Check out the following list to get you started.
Open House Tour Offers Behind The Scenes Peek At Chicago Architecture
A citywide architecture event this weekend will offer a peek inside spaces that are normally off-limits on most guided tours.
Best Fall Festivals In Chicago
Get out to enjoy one of these great festivals happening throughout the upcoming months. You will walk away from each with a smile on your face.
Best Upcoming Classical Music Performances In Chicago
From opera to harp, Chicago offers a variety of classical music performances that you’ll definitely want to see.
Best Photography Galleries In Chicago
When looking for quality photographic galleries with artwork that allows imaginations to roam, these great Chicago locales come highly recommended.
Chicago Cultural Center Guide
At the corner of Washington Street and Michigan Avenue, across from Millennium Park, stands the 115-year-old former central library building that now serves as Chicago’s cultural epicenter. The Chicago Cultural Center is a local treasure, beckoning passers-by to stop in and experience the bouquet of cultural bounty flourishing within its impressively-crafted walls…
Chicagoans Pay Respects To Former First Lady Maggie Daley
Chicago will say its final farewell to beloved former first lady Maggie Daley at her funeral downtown on Monday.
Maggie Daley Championed The Historic Building That Will Host Her Visitation
It’s appropriate that Maggie Daley’s visitation will be held this weekend at the Chicago Cultural Center, the beneficiary of her preservation efforts.
Public Memorials Set For Maggie Daley
A public wake will be held on Sunday for Chicago’s former first lady, Maggie Daley, who died Thursday after a nearly decade-long battle with cancer.
Gold Star Mothers Honored After Losing Children In Combat
Ten Illinois women whose children were killed in combat were honored with Gold Star banners for their losses over the weekend at the Chicago Cultural Center.
33rd Annual Jazz Festival Underway In Chicago
Underway now through Sunday is Chicago’s Labor Day tradition of the Jazz Festival, which has been expanded this year beyond music to include spoken word performances.
Things To Do This Week
From festivals to concerts, here are a few featured events around town this week.
Sanctuaries in the City: Eight Places to Unwind in Chicago
Even the most urbane of city dwellers needs the occasional respite from the psychic pressure of the concrete jungle. For those without a go-to chill spot, here’s a selection of relaxation stations to consider.
Events In Chicago This Week
Check out what’s happening this week in Chicagoland. From symphony to theater and expos — these are the events you don’t want to miss!
Things To Do This Week
Check out what’s happening this week in Chicagoland. From St. Patrick’s Day to theater and expos — these are the events you don’t want to miss!
Chicago Photographer Who Died In Obscurity Now Acclaimed As A Genius
John Maloof bought the negatives of a deceased photographer, not knowing a worldwide sensation would be created when he published one of Vivian Maier’s stark black-and-white images online.
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- Orange Line Service Resumes After Train-Pedestrian IncidentCTA commuters were temporarily stymied on the Orange Line during the Friday rush hour after a train fatally struck a man on the tracks.401
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Contests & Promotions
- Marquette County Convention & Visitors Bureau Post Game Show Giveaway May 10, 2013Listen to The Score’s Baseball Post Game Show for your chance to win a $100 lodging gift certificate from the Marquette County Convention & Visitors Bureau!
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Twitter Updates
- No service on @CTA Orange Line between Roosevelt and 35th/Archer. Man apparently struck by train. cbsloc.al/19GK8Et 9 hours ago
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