Buckingham Fountain Open!

Chicago, IL–Buckingham Fountain in Chicago’s Grant Park makes its spring splash! One more reason to love this city. Did you know it’s one of the largest fountains in the world and runs from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.? Light and music shows lasting 20 minutes begin at dusk, with the last show at 10 p.m.. Buckingham Fountain [...]

Tulips on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile

Tulips bloom on Chicago's Magnificent Mile. Photo by Laurie Borman

Chicago, IL–It’s tulip time on the Magnificent Mile.  Hundreds of bulbs have already burst into bloom, and views are free.  Beginning May 7, a gorgeous floral carpet of more than 6,000 live tulips and other flowers will climb the stairs from the John Hancock [...]

Shining Bean

Chicago, IL–Used to be the Sears Tower (now Willis Tower) served as Chicago’s icon.  Now, it has to be CloudGate, the shiny bean-shaped sculpture by Anish Kapoor in Milleunnium Park.  Locals and visitors are drawn to view their reflection, take photos, and touch the beautiful polished stainless-steel amoeba that spans 66 feet by 33 feet. [...]

Buddy Guy's Free Chicago Blues Tour

Chicago, IL–Want a tour of the Chicago blues scene by Buddy Guy?  All you need is your iPod.  This downloadable tour (you can watch on your computer as well) hits the high notes and everything in between, all in one melodious package.  There’s a map of 11 tour locations, with CTA and driving directions, photos, videos of [...]

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