Posts with tag 'museums'

Black history and heritage have shaped Chicago in immeasurable ways. In 1926, historian Dr. Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week to promote learning about and celebrating Black history. This effort led to the creation of Black History Month. Chicago quickly became one of the cities where the observance took root through schools, cultural institutions, and community organizations.

There are countless ways to observe Black History Month in Chicagoland, from visiting museums to cultural events. Let our real estate agents be your guides to celebrating Black history and culture in Chicago.

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In Chicago, history is never hidden from view. It's all around in the Art Deco buildings, Chicago School skyscrapers, residential greystones, and bungalows in neighborhoods all over the city. Architecture provides a window into Chicago's past, and our real estate agents are excited to share some of the best architecture tours in Chicagoland. 

• 90-Minute Architecture Boat Tour - 900 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607
  Some of Chicago's most stunning architecture, including the glimmering downtown skyscrapers, is best viewed from the Chicago River. This

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May 18 is International Museum Day, and our real estate agents are excited to sing the praises of Chicago's many outstanding museums. Ours is a city that has always celebrated art and culture, and it's home to some of America's most vibrant and exciting museums. From ancient history to contemporary art, these are some of the best museums in Chicagoland to visit on International Museum Day. 

• Field Museum -  1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
  One of the largest natural history museums in the world, the Field Museum is the crown jewel of Chicago museums. Located within the museum campus just east of the

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Summer in Chicagoland means strolls along the Riverwalk and hot dogs at Wrigley Field. But it also offers a great opportunity to explore the city's many kid-friendly museums. 

Museums offer entertainment, education, and the most precious of commodities on a hot summer day in Chicago—air conditioning! These are some of our real estate agents' favorite children's museums in Chicagoland.

• Chicago Children's Museum - 700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
  Located on Navy Pier in the heart of the Streeterville area, the Chicago Children's Museum

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