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Other museums and historic sites

Clarke House Museum

Chicago's oldest house, situated in Chicago’s Womens Park & Gardens, is a Greek Revival residence built in 1836. The mid-nineteenth century furnishings depict life on the urban frontier. Clarke House is owned and managed by the City of Chicago.

Tours via Glessner House Museum Wednesday through Sunday at noon and 2 p.m.

1827 S. Indiana Avenue

312.326.1480

http://www.clarkehousemuseum.org

Field Museum
Chicago’s premier museum of natural history and home of Sue, the world’s largest and most complete T. rex.

Open every day except Christmas, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission at 4 p.m.

1400 S. Lake Shore Drive

312.922.9410

http://fieldmuseum.org

National Veterans Art Museum

Over 500 pieces of art by more than 95 artists, many of whom served in Vietnam, provide a powerful and unique museum experience.

Open Tuesday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1801 S. Indiana Avenue

312.326.0270

http://www.nvam.org

Shedd Aquarium

Explore rivers, reefs, the Great Lakes, oceans, coasts and Polar Regions and interact with aquatic animals.

Summer Hours (May 25 through Sept. 7, 2009): Everyday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visit the website for a complete listing of daily activities and events.

1200 S. Lake Shore Drive

312.939.2438

http://www.sheddaquarium.org/

Chicago History Museum

Step back in time and learn about the history of Chicago and Illinois, from the Great Chicago Fire to the World’s Fair, from the Cubs to Abraham Lincoln.

Open Monday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Sunday, noon to 5:00 p.m.

1601 N. Clark Street

312.642.4600

http://www.chicagohistory.org/

Blues Heaven

Willie Dixon's extraordinary educational and musical legacy, Blues Heaven Foundation invites you to learn about the roots and fruits of Chicago Blues by taking a tour of their studio, gallery and working headquarters in the landmark Chess Records Studios.

Tours Monday through Saturday, noon to 3 p.m.

2120 S. Michigan Avenue

312.808.1286

http://bluesheaven.com/

Adler Planetarium
Explore the Solar System and the Universe beyond through temporary and permanent exhibits that connect you with the stars.

Regularly open Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Open every day during the summer, 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

1300 S. Lake Shore Drive

312.922.STAR (7827)

http://www.adlerplanetarium.org/

Second Presbyterian Church

This exceptional arts and crafts interior designed by Howard Van Doren Shaw in 1900 features numerous stained glass windows designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany and Edward Burne-Jones and pre-Raphaelite murals by Frederic Clay Bartlett.

Tours offered on the following schedule:

Wednesdays 1:00-3:00pm

Saturdays 1:00-3:00pm

Sundays following worship service (approximately 12:00pm)

Call for further information and to confirm tour times.

1936 S. Michigan Avenue

800.657.0687

http://www.2ndpresbyterianfriends.org

Other cultural centers

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Chicago Architectural Foundation

Learn more about Chicago’s built environment on a tour of the city, or meander through exhibits about the architecture of the Windy City.

Call or visit the website for tour information. CAF Shop and Tour Center open daily, April 1 through December 31, 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

224 S. Michigan Avenue

312.922.3432

http://www.architecture.org

Columbia College Dance Center

The Dance Center at Columbia College trains students in dance and hosts companies from around the country. Call or visit their website for information about upcoming shows.

1306 S. Michigan Avenue

312.369.8300

http://www.colum.edu/dance_center/

Chicago Symphony Orchestra
John and Frances Glessner were major supporters of the symphony from the time of its inception in 1891 and John Glessner was long-time Trustee . The CSO hosts more than 150 events and performances each year.

Call or visit their website for a calendar of performances.

220 S. Michigan Avenue

312.294.3000

http://www.cso.org/

Wheeler Mansion Boutique Hotel

Relax in elegance and style with all the modern conveniences, in a unique historic setting close to downtown Chicago. The Wheeler Mansion, built in 1870, is a Chicago landmark.

2020 S. Calumet Avenue

312.945.2020

http://www.wheelermansion.com

Chicago Women’s Park & Gardens

Located immediately south of Glessner House Museum between Indiana and Prairie avenues. This park commemorates the achievements of significant Chicago women and features a central fountain, a Women's Commemorative Path, a sculpture entitled "Helping Hands" dedicated to Jane Addams, and beautiful gardens.

http://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks/Chicago-Womens-Park-and-Gardens/

Restaurants

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Café Bionda

Classy Italian lunch and dinner spot.

1924 S. State Street

312.326.9800

http://www.cafebionda.com

Café Society

Neighborhood coffee shop and café with American breakfast and lunch options, right next door to Glessner House.

1801 S. Indiana Avenue

312.842.4210

http://www.cafesocietychicago.net

Chicago Firehouse

Dine on American Classic food in a historic firehouse building, constructed in 1905 by architect Charles Harmann.
1401 S. Michigan Avenue

312.786.1401

http://www.mainstayhospitality.com/index.php?section=3

Gioco

Hip Italian restaurant featuring rustic Italian dishes, a Prohibition-era speakeasy, and patio dining.

1312 S. Wabash Avenue
312.939.3870

http://www.gioco-chicago.com/sitenavV02.aspx?CompanyID=8267&MenuID=3108

Howie’s

Kid-friendly neighborhood restaurant with soup, sandwiches, ice cream and other favorites.

1310 S. Wabash Avenue

312.461.0944

http://centerstagechicago.com/restaurants/howie.html

Kroll’s Chicago

Lunch, dinner and late-night restaurant and bar with children’s menu and American-style food. Diners can watch the game on TV screens or play shuffleboard in the bar.
1736 S. Michigan Avenue

312.235.1400
http://www.krolls-chicago.com/

La Cantina

Mexican food with Chicago flare and live music on Friday nights.

1911 S. Michigan Avenue

312.842.1911

http://www.lacantinagrill.com/

Little Branch Café

Quaint little restaurant with unique breakfast and lunch options, full coffee menu, bar, and gelato.
1251 S. Prairie Avenue, in Museum Park complex

312.360.0101

http://chicagoist.com/2009/05/13/review_little_branch_cafe.php?gallery0Pic=4

Ma and I

Thai and Japanese food in swanky Thai-inspired dining room, just south of Millennium Park.