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  • City
Chicago in the Gilded Age

eATLAS’ Deep Pockets of Graceland Cemetery Adventure visits the gravesites of many of Chicago’s wealthy families associated with the Gilded Age, including Marshall Field, Daniel Burnham, and the Palmers. Or you can take the Pullman National Historical Park Adventure to learn about the city’s important role in the labor movement during that era.

October 16, 2025

  • Activities
Chicagoland’s Apple Orchards and Pumpkin Patches

Is there any family-friendly activity more synonymous with autumn than going to a pumpkin patch? In addition to being able to choose the perfect pumpkin for turning into pies or jack o’lanterns, these farms are mini-amusement parks featuring dozens of rides and attractions for youngsters, and restaurants with classic American comfort food.

October 9, 2025

  • Culture
Your Guide to Fall 2025 Arts and Crafts Fairs in Chicago

Chicago’s street festival season generally stops after Labor Day Weekend, but there are plenty of art fairs and festivals taking place throughout the city during the fall. The events offer a perfect opportunity to find anything from a new piece for your home to a special holiday gift, or just to browse. 

October 2, 2025

  • Food
Hot or Sweet? The History of Chicago’s Italian Beef Sandwich

Deep-dish pizza is usually the first food that comes to mind when people think about Chicago cuisine. And if many can’t name the seven condiments that comprise the Chicago-style hot dog, they know that ketchup, for those over the age of 8, is strictly forbidden. But for most of its existence, the Italian beef sandwich has flown beneath the radar of many foodies from outside the city.

September 25, 2025

  • City
Public Art Along Chicago’s Lakefront Trail

Discover public art along the shore of Lake Michigan with eATLAS’ Museum Campus Scavenger Hunt. The Adventure helps you discover eight works on the grounds of the Field Museum of Natural History, Shedd Aquarium, and Adler Planetarium.

September 18, 2025

  • Sports
Where to Watch the Big Ten in Chicago

The Chicago Bears own Sundays in the fall and winter, but Saturdays in the Windy City are for the Big Ten. In recent years, the conference has expanded to 18 universities, including more of the NCAA’s most storied programs. Most of the schools’ athletic departments and alumni associations have partnered with local bars to put on watch parties for fans to gather and cheer on their team during football and basketball season. Check out where to watch the games below.

September 11, 2025

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