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Chicago’s Legendary Jazz Musicians
Jazz arrived in Chicago at the start of the Great Migration, as musicians from New Orleans made their way up north, settling in Bronzeville on the South Side. This included Sidney Bechet, Jelly Roll Morton, and Joe “King” Oliver. Louis Armstrong joined them in 1922. They were complemented by locals, such as pianists Lil Hardin, whom Armstrong would marry, and Albert Ammons.
January 22, 2026
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- Culture
How Chicago Birthed House Music
eATLAS has two self-guided Adventures of street art in the neighborhood where house music was born, courtesy of the West Central Association. One focuses exclusively on Fulton Market and the other takes you through the entire West Loop. By Dave Lifton (@daveeatschicago) Disco never died; it just went back underground and morphed. In fact, the […]
July 11, 2024
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- Culture
- Tours
How Nashville Became “Music City, U.S.A.”
This week’s blog post explores how Nashville became associated with country music. eATLAS has four adventures in Nashville. The Dolly Parton Tour takes you to eight sites associated with the country music legend, including venues where she has recorded and performed. We have three other free adventures incorporated into city landmarks that require an admission […]
November 23, 2023
- Activities
Creative Date Ideas in Chicago
eATLAS has dozens of self-guided Adventures throughout Chicago—from architecture, history, and cocktail tours to scavenger hunts—that provide great opportunities for people to get to know each other. You can get started by downloading the app at the App Store or Google Play.
February 26, 2026
- Sports
Where to Watch Super Bowl LX in Chicago
Our Chicago Downtown Sports Adventure stops at 6 locations in the Loop and River North where you can get up close with Chicago’s storied sports history.
January 29, 2026
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How to Ring in New Year’s Eve 2025 in Chicago
Per tradition, thousands will congregate at Navy Pier where the New Year will be greeted with 10 minutes of fireworks. Prior to midnight, you can check out the Winter Wonderfest, and several of the pier’s restaurants—Bar Sol, Lirica, Margaritaville, and Harry Caray’s Tavern—all have special events planned for the occasion.
December 26, 2025