Our blog is filled with fun stories and little-known facts about special places.
Come learn about those places and the people who made them unique, as well as highlights of our Adventures.
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LATEST BLOG POSTS
- Culture
How Chicago Became an Alt-Rock Capital in the ‘90s
How well do you know Chicago music? Visit eATLAS’ homepage to take our new quiz, which features 12 songs, many of which are by born-and-bred-artists, that reference the city in its lyrics.
October 30, 2025
- Activities
Chicago’s Best Halloween Pop-Ups
eATLAS has collaborated with the scariest museum in Chicago, the Medieval Torture Museum, on the free “Are You Brave Enough?” Adventure. Visit six spots in the Loop that are believed to be haunted due to the tragedies that happened there. Completing the Adventure awards you 25% off admission to the museum.
October 23, 2025
- 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 & Drink
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