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Posts from Category "Activities"
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Meet Lizzie Magie, Macomb’s Real Inventor of Monopoly
Macomb, Ill., aka “Forgottonia,” is honoring Lizzie Magie on May 9th, her birthday, by unveiling the world’s largest Monopoly board in Courthouse Square. You’ll be able to play this life-sized version of Macombopoly for free through the eATLAS app, where you can also explore the town’s history with Abraham Lincoln and see its many murals. […]
March 7, 2024
- Activities
Curling 101: An Introduction to the “Roaring Game”
This winter, Chicago has three bars with rooftop curling: Upstairs at the Gwen Hotel (River North), Stone’s Throw at the Emily Hotel (Fulton Market), and Harry Caray’s Tavern (Navy Pier). Another West Loop restaurant, Kaiser Tiger, has an indoor curling rink. Those looking to take lessons or join a league can check out the Chicago […]
January 25, 2024
- Activities
The Best Christmas Pop-Ups in Chicago
Even as the temperature plummets, Chicago comes alive in December thanks to the many pop-up events that can be found throughout the city. We’ve gone through the list and found our favorites. Check the websites for full details regarding tickets and times of operation. Go to the eATLAS Adventures page to see all of our […]
December 7, 2023
- Activities
- 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
- Culture
- Tours
The Rise and Fall of the Tampa Mafia
eATLAS’ Tampa Mafia Tour is a 90-minute, self-guided driving tour that takes you to 12 homes, bars, cemeteries, and more that featured in the city’s notorious history with the mob (https://adventures.playeatlas.com/view/bBL3R53jUxYbswEDHV7t/Tampa-Mafia-Tour). It was created by mob expert Scott Deitche, who has written seven books about the Mafia, several of which focus on Tampa. By Dave […]
November 21, 2023
- Activities
- City
Say “Oui” to the Chicago French Market!
The Chicago French Market has partnered with eATLAS on the French Market’s French Language Adventure. The scavenger hunt features eight stops that explore the French roots at some of the stalls in the French Market, including the croissant, banh mi, and mustard. By Dave Lifton (@daveeatschicago) Food halls are all the rage in cities across […]
November 9, 2023