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Posts from Category "Iconic Chicago"
- Iconic Chicago
Iconic Chicago: Millennium Park – from the gritty past to the shiny future
Our monthly series Iconic Chicago looks at some of the most famous locations in our city. We’ll explore the history of these places and why they have earned the love of residents and tourists alike. The latest installment of Iconic Chicago explores the history of Millennium Park. Next time you visit the park, take our […]
September 14, 2022
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Iconic Chicago: Buckingham Fountain – The Lyric of the Lake
Although the marquee of the Chicago Theatre and the Bean are arguably more famous symbols of the city, perhaps nothing represents the majesty of Chicago better than the Buckingham Fountain, located in the center of Grant Park. In recognition of the 95th anniversary of its dedication on Aug. 26, 1927, let’s look at its history. […]
August 30, 2022
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Iconic Chicago: Lincoln Park – The Ultimate Playground
Our monthly series Iconic Chicago looks at some of the most famous locations in our city. We’ll explore the history of these places and why they have earned the love of residents and tourists alike. The latest installment of Iconic Chicago explores the history of Lincoln Park. Next time you’re in Lincoln Park, take our […]
August 22, 2022
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Iconic Chicago: Navy Pier – The Gate to the Big Blue
Our monthly series looks at some of the most famous locations in our city. We’ll explore the history of these places and why they have earned the love of residents and tourists alike. The latest installment of Iconic Chicago explores the history of Navy Pier. If you haven’t been to Navy Pier in a while, […]
July 26, 2022
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Iconic Chicago: Grant Park – Chicago’s Front Yard
O Our monthly series looks at some of the most famous locations in our city. We’ll explore the history of these places and why they have earned the love of residents and tourists alike. The latest installment of Iconic Chicago explores Grant Park. When showing off Chicago to visiting friends or family, one inevitably finds […]
June 28, 2022
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Iconic Chicago: The Art Institute of Chicago
Our new monthly series Iconic Chicago looks at some of the most famous locations in our city. We’ll explore the history of these places and why they have earned the love of residents and tourists alike. In honor of World Art Day on April 15, we kick off Iconic Chicago with one of the city’s […]
April 12, 2022