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The windy city is a cornucopia of modern art, fine dining, cutting edge comedy, and die-hard sports fans. Snap a photo of your reflection in the silver Cloud Gate sculpture at Millennium Park before heading to Grant Park to get hit with the refreshing spray of Buckingham Fountain. There are dozens of museums and theater companies in Chicago, so a cultural experience is never hard to find. You’re sure to laugh your head off at the Second City Theater, the professional launch pad of many famous comedians.
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1. Chicago Children's Museum
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4.5 based on 556 reviews
The "Dinosaur Expedition," where kids dig for bones and conduct archaeological research is just one of the many hands-on exhibits at the Chicago Children's Museum.
Reviewed By Seger4 - St. Augustine, United States
This was our first time here and it was great. Lots of different areas that the kids can learn and interact in. From climbing, to building, water play, finding hidden objects, craft building, making sounds, and many more. It was just tough making the kids move from one area to another because they did not want to leave. The only bad thing (mostly for the parents) is that you have to go back through the way you came in to exit. But in all we all had a blast and would love to come back again.
2. The Arts Club of Chicago
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4.5 based on 5 reviews
Preeminent exhibitor of international art, a forum for established and emerging artists, and a celebrated venue for performers since 1916.
3. The Art of Dr. Seuss Gallery
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4.0 based on 12 reviews
We're an art gallery dedicated to the artwork of Theodor Seuss Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss, located in Water Tower Place in Chicago. Dr. Seuss drew, painted, and sculpted throughout his entire life. He kept most of his artwork close and rarely shared it with the outside world. After his passing in 1991, his widow Audrey began revealing his works to the world. Come visit us and see The Art of Dr. Seuss! In 1997, this dream was realized when The Art of Dr. Seuss project was launched. For the first time in history collectors were able to see and acquire lithographs, serigraphs and sculpture reproduced from Geisel's original drawings and paintings. In her introduction to the collection Audrey Geisel wrote, "I remember telling Ted that there would come a day when many of his paintings would be seen and he would thus share with his fans another facet of himself - his private self. That day has come. I am glad."
Reviewed By SharonB231 - Toledo, United States
This art gallery is Located in Water Tower Place. They have a stunning collection of Dr. Seuss artwork all for sale. Worth a visit.
4. Museum of Contemporary Art
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4.0 based on 857 reviews
The MCA brings artists and audiences together to experience and contemplate contemporary art and culture.
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
The Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago was created as a result of a 1964 meeting of 30 critics, collectors and dealers with the idea of organizing and building a museum of contemporary art to complement the city's Art Institute of Chicago. And so it was opened in 1967 at 237 East Ontario. But it quickly outgrew its surroundings. In 1996, the four-story, 220,0000-square-foot building designed by Josef Paul Kleihues was opened at the museum's current address, 220 East Chicago Avenue, site of a former National Guard Armory. The architecture of the museum, located near Water Tower Place in the Streeterville neighborhood, is said to reference the modernism of Mies van der Rohe as well as the tradition of Chicago architecture. It is noted for its signature staircase leading to an elevated ground floor, which has an atrium, the full glass-walled east and west facades giving a direct view of the city and Lake Michigan. The collection of the Museum of Contemporary Art is composed of thousands of objects of post-World War II visual art. It is divided into three programming departments--curatorial, performance and education. The museum is open from 10 to 5 on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday and from 10 to 9 on Tuesday and Friday. Its collection consists of 2,700 objects and more than 3,000 artists books. Works of art from 1945 to the present include examples of late surrealism, pop art, minimalism and conceptual art from the 1940s through the 1970s. Works from the 1980s can be grouped under post modernism and painting, sculpture, photography, video, installation and related media that current artists explore. Notable works on display include Study for a Portrait (1949) by Francis Bacon; Jackie Frieze (1964) by Andy Warhol; Untitled (1970) by Donald Judd; Rabbit (1986) by Jeff Koons; Cindy (1988) by Chuck Close; Retroactive II (1963) by Robert Rauschenberg; and The Wonder of Nature (1953) by Rene Magritte. Along with its counterparts in New York City and Washington DC, there is nothing to compare to the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago.
5. Chicago Sports Museum
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4.0 based on 140 reviews
The 23,000 square foot Chicago Sports Museum offers a highly interactive experience for visitors to explore the legends and lore of Chicago sports. It combines hi-tech interactive experiences-including skill challenges and simulated experiences-with unique sports memorabilia and an impressive collection of game-used treasures and other artifacts. Admission to the Chicago Sports Museum is complimentary with a purchase at Harry Caray's 7th Inning Stretch! Admission: $10 for adults 12 and up $6 for children 3 to 11 $6 for seniors Free for children under 3
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
My wife and I love the Chicago History Museum and, as members and neighbors, we make frequent visits to see new exhibits. But its contribution to Chicago sports pales in comparison to the Chicago Sports Museum. Located at 835 North Michigan Avenue, on the seventh level of Water Tower Place, next to Harry Caray's 7th Inning Stretch Restaurant and Sports Bar, it offers 23,000 square feet of space to hi-tech interactive skill challenges, sports memorabilia and game-used artifacts. Explore the legends and lore of Chicago sports. Opened in 2014 by Harry Caray's Restaurant Group, it features a collection of 2016 World Series memorabilia, including David Ross' Game 7 catcher's gear, Kris Bryant's cleats and Addison Russell's Game 6 grand slam ball. Engage in a home run-hitting contest with Frank Thomas, learn to throw a curve ball with Steve Stone, examine the CT scan of Sammy Sosa's corked bat and study the constitution of a baseball to see how it has evolved over the last 100 years. Elsewhere, score goals like Patrick Kane, shoot free throws and compare your wingspan with Scottie Pippen, test your vertical leap against Michael Jordan, sit in the driver's seat of an Indy race race at Chicago Speedway, try on a replica of William "Refrigerator" Perry's Super Bowl ring, the largest ever crafted, and test your grip strength to Kyle Long. The museum is open from noon to 7 Monday through Saturday and from noon to 6 on Sunday.
6. Museum of Private Art Collections: Featuring the Work of Dali and Lamb
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1.0 based on 1 reviews
7. Heather Offord Gallery
14,000 sq ft of original art! Heather is a world-renowned local artist who offers a limitless range of custom styles to compliment any space. We pride ourselves on our ability to provide one-of-a-kind art solutions that transform your design vision. This can be done on any scale, with industry-leading pricing and turnaround times. Our white glove service is second to none.
