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D.L. Moody the man
who left a mark on the world
with the truth, his legacy lives
on after 150 years.
Pacific Garden Mission
A Place of Refuge
Since 1877, Pacific Garden
Mission has been a refuge.
Millions weary of struggling
through life's storms, have come
to the "Old Lighthouse”
seeking food, shelter, clothing,
medical, and dental care. Listen
to the old time radio broadcast
UNSHACKELED, it has changed
the life of millions.
Adler Planetarium & Astronomy
Museum - The Adler
Planetarium & Astronomy Museum
is the first planetarium in the
Western Hemisphere. Its
astronomy programs have reached
over 35 million people during
the past 71 years. Seven
state-of-the-art exhibition
galleries located in the
stunning new Sky Pavilion and
the recently renovated landmark
1930s building present modern
space exploration along with the
history of astronomy.
Chicago Shakespeare Theater
- In the heart of Chicago’s
vibrant downtown and in a
beautiful courtyard-style
theater just like those he wrote
for, Shakespeare’s work comes to
life. Powerful! Emotional!
Intense! And intimate—with the
actors and audience just feet
away from one another.
Museum of Science and Industry
- Climb aboard the Pioneer
Zephyr, the world's first
streamlined train. Go inside The
U-505 a German World War II
submarine. See the largest
collection of Jordan artifacts
ever assembled. All this and
much more at The Museum of
Science and Industry in Chicago.
Chicago Theatre - Nicknamed
the ""Wonder Theatre of the
World,"" the 3,605-seat Chicago
Theatre remains entrenched in
the hearts of the people of
Greater Chicago and the Midwest,
a vital part of both the history
of State Street and the future
of the North Loop Theatre
District. The theatre hosts a
variety of big-name shows
year-round.
DuSable Museum of
African-American History -
The DuSable Museum of
African-American History is the
only major independent
institution in Chicago
established to preserve and
interpret the historical
experiences and achievements of
African Americans.
Shedd Aquarium - Shedd
Aquarium is the World's
Aquarium. Opened in 1929, it is
one of the oldest public
aquariums in the world. The
facility houses nearly 8,000
aquatic animals representing
some 650 species of fishes,
reptiles, amphibians,
invertebrates, birds, and
mammals from waters around the
world.
Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum
- The purpose of the Museum is
to stimulate and preserve the
knowledge and appreciation of
the Mexican culture as it
manifests itself in and outside
of Mexico. The Museum defines
the Mexican culture as a culture
sin fronteras (without borders)
including the traditional and
contemporary artistic
expressions of Mexico and of
Mexican communities within the
U.S.
Museum of Contemporary Art -
The Museum of Contemporary Art
features some of the finest
contemporary sculptures,
painting, photography, video,
music, dance and performance.
Navy Pier - As Chicago's
lakefront playground, Navy Pier
offers visitors a unique mix of
family-oriented attractions.
From the quiet, serene setting
of the Family Pavilion's Crystal
Gardens to the breathtaking
views atop the 150-foot Ferris
wheel, Navy Pier offers
attractions for everyone.
Lincoln Park Zoo - A premier
Chicago attraction, Lincoln Park
Zoo each year welcomes more than
three million visitors,
providing them with remarkable
learning experiences as well as
fun and enjoyment. Famous for
its historical structures, the
zoo has succeeded at combining
state-of-the-art animal and
visitor facilities with
beautiful architectural
reflections of past times and
sensibilities.
Lyric Opera of Chicago - The
world-renowned Lyric Opera of
Chicago, performs in one of
North America's most beautiful
opera houses, the Civic Opera
House.
Field Museum - The Field
Museum is one of the world’s
great museums of science,
environment and culture. Inside
its halls you’ll find Sue, the
world’s largest T. rex,
23 Egyptian mummies, and more
than 35 other world-renowned
exhibitions. The Museum is also
a hub of scholarly learning,
with more than 70 scientists
conducting research throughout
the world.
Apollo Theater - The Apollo
Theater in Chicago is a lush
venue with a prestigious
reputation, located in Chicago's
fashionable Lincoln Park theatre
district. It's repertoire
includes fresh blend of comedies
, musicals, and special events.
Chicago Center for the
Performing Arts - The
fully-integrated entertainment
facility is not only a renowned
performing arts and conference
center, but also provides
support for the independent
film, television and theatrical
community in the Chicagoland
area.
The Hancock Observatory -
Enjoy Skywalk 94 floors and over
1,000 feet above the ground,
which offers breathtaking views
of the city, Lake Michigan and
surrounding states. See Windows
on Chicago a great virtual-visit
of Chicago's greatest
attractions. Learn the history
of Chicago at The History Wall.
Chicago Symphony Orchestra -
Rich in tradition. Innovative in
vision. The Chicago Symphony
Orchestra (CSO) is a musical
force in Chicago and around the
world. 200 performances and
events a year. 110 talented
musicians. Three
internationally-renowned
conductors. An award-winning
composer-in-residence.
The Chicago Athenaeum : Museum
of Architecture and Design -
The Chicago Athenaeum is an
International Museum of
Architecture and Design,
appropriately based in the
world's first city of modern
architecture and design -
Chicago. The Museum is dedicated
to the Art of Design in all
areas of the discipline:
architecture, industrial, and
product design, graphics, and
urban planning.
The Art Institute of Chicago
- The Art Institute of Chicago
holds one of the world's great
art collections. Enjoy one of
the premier French Impressionist
painting collections in the
world. Art from the ancient
Egyptians to modern masters like
Matisse, Picasso, Georgia
O'Keeffe.
Museum of Broadcast
Communications - The Museum
of Broadcast Communications
(MBC) at the Chicago Cultural
Center is one of only two
broadcast museums in America.
The museum features wonderful
television and radio memorabilia
that bring the audiovisual world
to life.
Chicago Academy of Sciences and
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
- Founded in 1857, the Chicago
Academy of Sciences established
Chicago's first museum and only
museum to specialize in the
ecology and natural history of
the Midwest from the Great Lakes
to the prairies. Today, the
Academy is a vital cultural and
educational institution
dedicated to promoting
scientific literacy for all
citizens.
Chicago Children's Museum -
Chicago Children's Museum offers
three floors of unique, hands-on
exhibits that are as big as a
kid's imagination. Chicago
Children's Museum also offers
new exhibits and special
performances.
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