Family Friendly Things to Do in Chicago
Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago
February 27, 2010 by Victor
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Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art
Chicago has always been synonymous with art, culture and architecture. It is home to a number of world-renowned attractions, museums and galleries. Museum of Contemporary Art, Chicago is known globally for enjoying a prominent place on the Chicago cultural circuit. Art aficionados will find the museum particularly interesting considering it houses a number of fascinating exhibits. The museum was founded in 1967 and is known to contain thousands of objects of post World War II visual art.
Lincoln Park Zoo Chicago
February 25, 2010 by Victor
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Lincoln Park Zoo Chicago IL
Situated within a lush green park north of Chicago, Lincoln Park Zoo is open 365 days a year and is one of the most popular attractions in the city. This delightful little oasis found in the midst of the city’s soaring skyscrapers offers free admission to the park and is a delight for nature lovers. Boasting an impressive array of animal habitats of even the most rare species, stunning zoological gardens and exciting rides for the kids, the zoo is an ideal family attraction. The gardens at the park are truly beautiful covered in a carpet of verdant lawns and colorful blooms set against a backdrop of charming Georgian brick buildings and modern structures.
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LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Chicago
February 25, 2010 by Victor
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Situated on the streets of Woodfield in Schaumburg, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Chicago is inspired by the Lego building toys and is a great family attraction. A fascinating array of activities promises to offer a wholesome entertainment package to the complete family.
A good place to start would be the ‘Miniland’, which is literally a miniature of Chicago, made from nearly 1.5 million LEGO bricks. It is right at the entrance and offers a fascinating glimpse into some of Chicago’s signature icons including the Sears Tower, Water Tower, Buckingham Fountain, Hancock building and even the ‘SeaPup’ speed boat.
Kohl Childrens Museum of Greater Chicago
February 20, 2010 by Victor
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Kohl Childrens Museum of Greater Chicago
Kohn Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago guarantees to offer an entertaining method of inculcating the love of learning in toddlers and young children. Occupying 8.8 acre of land, this Children’s Museum is situated in the center of The Glen in Glenview. The museum boasts an impressive range of 16 hands-on and interactive exhibits that are designed to entertain and engage your little ones to learn something new and exciting.
Chicago History Museum
February 20, 2010 by Victor
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Chicago History Museum
The Chicago History Museum is a revelation into this city’s past, present and future. If you really want to everything there is to Chicago, your first stop should be at this museum. Founded in 1856, the museum is the city’s oldest cultural institution. The museum educates, entertains, engages and enthralls with its huge collection of artifacts and documents and various exhibitions and events.
Chicago Childrens Museum
February 18, 2010 by Victor
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Chicago Childrens Museum Review & Discount Detail
Situated on the famous Navy Pier, Chicago Childrens Museum is a popular attraction with both kids and adults. If you are traveling to Chicago on a holiday with your family then a visit to this fascinating site makes it worthwhile. While your kids get to enjoy and learn a lot of new and interesting things, you get to revisit your childhood. The Chicago Children’s museum features a number of permanent exhibits, programs and workshops. Continue Reading…
Chicago Architecture Foundation
February 18, 2010 by Victor
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Chicago Architecture Foundation Tours
Chicago Architecture Foundation is a nonprofit group dedicated to increasing awareness and providing information on Chicago’s architectural treasures. Chicago’s unprecedented success as a city of architectural gems towers over all the other major architectural sights found elsewhere in the country. In 1871, Chicago’s downtown experienced the Great Chicago Fire, which prepared the stage for creating and showcasing to the world unique and innovative architectural structures.
Arlington Park Racetrack
January 21, 2010 by Victor
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Arlington Park is the famous horse race track located in Arlington Heights, Illinois, suburb area of Metro Chicago. Chicago people love horse racing as a result once Chicago used to have to maximum number of horse race tracks among all metro cities of United States of America. Arlington Park was first opened in 1927 for public access. Since then there have been billions of dollars race in the park. In 1981 Arlington was the home of the world’s first million dollar thoroughbred race: The Arlington Million. Since 1927, Arlington Park has been providing and taking pride in public race entertainment. As a whole, it has been playing host to many of the sport’s greatest moments.
Adler Planetarium
January 7, 2010 by Victor
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Adler Planetarium is located on Lake Shore Drive by Lake Michigan. It was voted as the ‘Bbest view of Chicago’s Skyline’. The planetarium exhibits the famous spacecraft Gemini 12, which was flown by astronauts Jim Lovell and Buzz Aldrin.
The Adler Planetarium features exhibits and shows for entertainment. Exhibits features temporary and permanent collection.
KeyLime Cove Indoor WaterPark Resort & Hotel
January 5, 2010 by Victor
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Courtesy: KeyLime Cove Resort
KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark resort is a tropical themed waterpark in Gurnee, IL. Great place to experience the tropical getaway up in Chicagoland. KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark is minutes away from Chicago city and Milwaukee. Your family will love the tropical getaway specially in the winter without leaving the Illinois. This waterpark offers variety of slides and thrilling experience. Hurrican Vortex is swirling whirlpool slide which requires 42″ minimum height. Grab the tube tight and rest will be done by whirlpool slide.
