Architecture & history, Festivals & special events
Open House Chicago
Oct. 19 – 20, 2024 Free admission • Citywide One weekend. 20+ Chicago neighborhoods. 170+ places to explore. Open the door to architectural gems all…
Oct. 19 – 20, 2024 Free admission • Citywide One weekend. 20+ Chicago neighborhoods. 170+ places to explore. Open the door to architectural gems all…
The Chicago Architecture Center offers an engaging overview of the city’s long history of groundbreaking architecture, from Frank Lloyd Wright to Daniel Burnham to Jeanne…
Chicago’s stunning cityscape has been shaped by some of the biggest names in architecture — Louis Sullivan, Frank Lloyd Wright, Mies van der Rohe, Jeanne…
Chicago’s downtown Loop has an abundance of great dining choices. And while there’s plenty of new and trending spots to choose from, there’s also a…
.Chicago is full of truly unique architectural wonders. The birthplace of the world’s first skyscraper, the city’s downtown has always been a place for architectural…
From Gothic Revival survivors of the Great Chicago Fire to the birth and evolution of the modern skyscraper, the Chicago skyline is a mesmerizing homage…
If you’re a Frank Lloyd Wright fan, you’re going to love Chicago. We’re a treasure trove of Wright buildings and Prairie-school gems, with nearby Oak…
From Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie School to skyscraper cool, you’ll find architecture that’s just your style in Chicago. This self-guided architecture tour covers some of…
Chicago theatres are full of drama and beauty — both on and off the stage. The stories of these historic theatres are just as fascinating…
Free admission • Chicago Cultural Center & partner locations Experience the future of architecture at the Chicago Architecture Biennial. This ground-breaking event, which is the…
Chicago has a long legacy of influential architecture and artworks, from the birth of the skyscraper to iconic public art to Frank Lloyd Wright’s greatest…
History and architecture go hand in hand in Chicago. Whether you’re inspired by industrial history, interested in local lore, or looking for old-world architecture, you’ll…