NOTE: All telephone numbers are area code 312 unless otherwise noted.
The Adler Planetarium
1300 S. Lake Shore Drive
922-7827
Hourly planetarium shows provide breathtaking views of stars, planets,
moons, and galaxies. Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm; Friday 9am-9pm; Saturday-Sunday
9am-5pm. Free admission on Tuesday.
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 South Michigan Avenue at Adams Street
443-3600
Discover forty centuries of art at one of the world's
leading museums. The permanent collection houses a world-renowned
collection of European painting and sculpture. Be sure to visit the
Galleries of Chinese, Japanese, and Korean Art, as well as the
Galleries of Modern Art 1900-1950. Hours: Monday-Wednesday-Friday 10:30am-4:30pm,
Tuesday 10:30am-8pm; Saturday 10am-5pm; Sunday noon-5pm. Suggested
admissions: adults $6.50; children, students, and seniors $3.25. Free
admission on Tuesday.
Chicago Academy of Sciences
2001 N. Clark Street at Armitage
871-2668
Explore the science of nature. Located next to Lincoln Park Zoo,
features a walk-through prehistoric coal forest, Ice Age cave, lifelike
dioramas of Chicago's wilderness, a hands-on Children's Gallery, and
changing exhibits on current environmental issues. Open daily 10am-5pm.
Adults $2.00; children and seniors $1.00. Free admission on Monday.
Chicago Historial Society
Clark Street at North Avenue
642-4600
Monday-Saturday 9:30am-4:30pm; Sunday noon-5pm. Free
admission on Monday.
Chicago Cultural Center
78 E. Washington Street
346-3278
Daily programs and exhibits covering a wide range of the performing,
visual, and literary arts. Guided architectural tours of this landmark are
presented every Tuesday and Wednesday beginning at 1:30pm. Free admission.
For weekly updated of event listings dial: F I N E A R T.
The DuSable Museum of African American History
740 East 56th Place
947-0600
Hours: Monday-Wednesday-Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm;
Tuesday 10am-6pm; Sunday noon-5pm. Free admission on Thursday.
The Field Museum
Roosevelt Road at Lake Shore Drive
922-9410
Step into every corner of the world and explore the Earth and its
people in over 9 acres of exhibitions. Discover 3.8 billion years
of life history in the "DNA to Dinosaurs" exhibit. Open daily 9am-5pm.
Free admission on Thursday.
John G. Shedd Aquarium
1200 S. Lake Shore Drive
939-2438
The world's largest indoor aquarium, with more than 6,000 aquatic
animals from every region of the planet. The Oceanarium features beluga
whales, Pacific white-sided dolphins, sea otters, and harbor seals in
a re-creation of a Pacific Northwest environment. Hours: 9am-6pm. Admission
to Aquarium only: adults $4, senior, students, and children 6 years and
older $3, children under 6 free. Free on Thursday to Aquarium only.
Museum of Science and Industry
57th Street and Lake Shore Drive
684-1414
Explore the world's largest center of science, technology, and
fun. Featuring "Search for the Great Sharks" in the 5-story
Omnimax Theater, the coal mine, U-505 submarine, and virtual
reality. Designed specifically for visitor participation offering an
opportunity for involvement in a learning experience. Visit the Henry Crown
Space Center and Omnimax Theatre. Hours: Weekdays 9:30am-4:00pm, Saturdays
and Sundays 9:30am-5:30pm. Adults $5, senior citizens $4, children 5-12 $2.
Free admission on Thursday (Omnimax admission charged). Free parking.
The Smart Museum of Art
University of Chicago, 5550 S. Greenwood Avenue
702-0200
The museum's collection numbers nearly 7,000 objects, ranging
from Chinese neolithic ceramics to contemporary American paintings.
Chicago's Brookfield Zoo
First Avenue and 31st Street, Brookfield, IL
(708) 485-0263
Home to over 2,300 animals represnting more than 400
species. Open 10am-4:40pm.
Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
951 Chicago Avenue, Oak Park
(708) 848-1500
The turn-of-the-century home and studio of America's most renowned
architect features soaring spaces, colorful art, glass, and bold
geometric forms. Guided tours of this revolutionary building are
available as well as walking tours of the surrounding historic district.
For information, visit the Oak Park Visitors Center, 158 Forest Avenue.
Hyde Park/Beverly/Pullman Historic Neighborhood
Hyde Park is the home of the University of Chicago and its Oriental
Institute, Museum of Science and Industry and the DuSable Museum of African
American History. Beverly and Fulman is an 1880s planned community for
employees of the sleeping car firm.
Lincoln Park/Lincoln Park West/Lakeview
Fine shops, restaurants, live entertainmnet and nightclubs clustered
along Clark Street and Lincoln Avenue. Also Wrigley Field, home of the
Chicago Cubs, Lincoln Park Zoo, Chicago Academy of Sciences.
The Loop/Downtown
Visit the Chicago Architectural Foundation for maps and informtion on
architectural tours. This area has it all; world-class shopping on State
Street, the Art Institute, the Museum of Broadcast Communications, the
Harold Washington Library Center, the Sympony and Lyric Opera, theaters
and the financial district. A stroller's/shopper's paradise featuring
Marchall Field's and Carson Pirie Scott.
Near West/Southwest Side
A gourmet's destination. Choose from the Hispanic community of Pilsen
(visit the Mexican Museum of Fine Arts), Greektown or Little Italy.
Also the University of Illinois-Chicago campus (site of Jane Addams'
Hull House) and West Side medical centers.
Near South Side/Chinatown
Visit the Illlinois Institute of Technology and its Mies van der Rohe
buildings and, for dramatic contrast, the Prairie Avenue Historic District
with its landmark Glessner House and the Widow Clarke House, the oldest
building in Chicago. See a White Sox gme in nearby Comiskey Park. Then on
to Chinatown for shopping, browsing and four-star restaurants.
North Michigan Avenue/Streeterville
A magnificient mile, stretching north from the river to Oak Street.
Explore North Pier shops, restaurants (also Chicago's Children's Museum),
Rush Street nightlife, Terra Museum of Armerican Art and Museum of
Contemporary Art. The most sophisicated neighbrhood in town.
Sears Tower Skydeck
233 S. Wacker Drive, Enter at Jackson Street
875-9696
The world's tallest building. Open daily: March-September, 9am-11pm;
Adults $6.50, Senior Citizens $4.75, Children 5-17 $3.25, Children under 4 free.
Spirit of Chicago Harbor Cruise
Schedule and prices: 836-7899
Board this Lake Michigan cruise ship for a dining and entertainment
experience. Enjoy a total cruise package of dining, dance bands, a
festive show, and a narrated tour of Chicago's breathtaking skyline.
Six Flags Great America
I-94 at 132 E. Grand Avenue, Gurnee
(708) 249-1776
The most popular family entertainment center in the Midwest.
Divided into five historical theme areas, the part features over 130 rides, shows,
attractions, gift shops, and restaurants; live stage shows and a special
children's area. Call for hours and admission prices.