Grosse Point
In 1870, the Lighthouse Board recommended that the cast-iron lighthouse, in use since 1859 on the North Pier at Chicago, be relocated to Grosse Point, thirteen miles to the north, where it would there serve what it... lighthousefriends.com
United Center: Chicago Blackhawks
Sports fans from around the world are invited to experience thrilling action any time the Chicago Blackhawks take the ice. Watch the 2008 Rookie of the year, Patrick Kane, and his teammates face-off against the toughe... explorechicago.org
Daley Civic Center Plaza
The Daley Center (originally known as the Chicago Civic Center) is an exceptional example of international style architecture, based on the revolutionary steel and glass skyscrapers of world-famous architect Ludwig Mies v... famplosion.com
Lincoln Park Zoo
Lincoln Park Zoo is the country"s most historic and distinguished zoological facility. Attracting an estimated 3 million visitors per year, the not-for-profit Lincoln Park Zoo is also one of the country"s last remaini... explorechicago.org
Henry Gerber House
This house is nationally significant as the earliest known site associated with the gay and lesbian civil rights movement in the United States. It was the home of pioneering activist Henry Gerber from 1924 to 1925, during which... hmdb.org
Continental And Commercial Bank Building
Chicago Landmark This massive block-long office building was built to house one of Chicago?s leading banks and exemplifies the large commercial buildings that define the distinctive LaSalle Street canyon. Architect Daniel Burnh... hmdb.org
Tribune Tower
This 40-story design was the winning entry in the Chicago Tribune's 1922 international competition for "the most beautiful office building in the world." Marked by a crowning tower with flying buttresses, this buildin... explorechicago.org
Auditorium Building
Constructed 1886-1889, this structure grew out of Chicago's need for a civic center housing primarily a concert hall and opera house, as well as space for political conventions, charity balls, etc. Among the most important buildi... cr.nps
Chicago City Hall
Since 1853, the governments of Chicago and Cook County have shared three different buildings on this site. The monumental, Classical Revival-style exterior of the present structure, which was designed to be a functional a... famplosion.com
Bach House
The Bach House, designed for Emil Bach, co-owner of the Bach Brick Company in 1915, is one of the last of Frank Lloyd Wright's designs for a small urban house. The inward orientation of the house–with its entran... explorechicago.org
Manor House
Built by Chicago architect and Edgewater citizen J.E.O Pidemore, the manor house is a historic relic of the upscale character which defined the area known now as the Bryn Mawr Historic District. The building itself is... explorechicago.org
The Drake Hotel
Whether traveling to Chicago for business or pleasure, The Drake Hotel combines tradition with elegance to accommodate every need of our guests. The hotel holds 535 elegant rooms, including 74 luxurious suites. Hotel gues... famplosion.com
Groesbeck House
Built in 1869, this Italianate-style building is one of few buildings to survive the Chicago fire. It started as the home and office of physician Abraham Groesbeck, but has also been home to the Cranes, Glessners, Har... explorechicago.org
Fort Dearborn
Defense Fort Dearborn stood almost on this spot. After an heroic defense in eighteen hundred and twelve, the garrison together with women and children was forced to evacuate the fort. Led by Captain Wells, they were brutally ma... hmdb.org
Independence Park
Named for the annual Fourth of July celebrations that took place in the park, Independence Park contains baseball fields, tennis courts, and a playground outside, as well as a swimming pool, fitness center, and gymnas... explorechicago.org
Aquitania
The Aquitania, built by Ralph C. Harris and Byron H. Jillson, was completed in 1923, and became a cooperative in 1949. Located at 5000 Marine Drive, the stunning Aquitania apartment building is on the National Registe... explorechicago.org
Evanston Art Center
Looking for a relaxing way to spend some time in an inspirational setting? Head to the Evanston Art Center, a beautiful stone Victorian right on the Lake featuring gallery space, classrooms, an outdoor picnic area... centerstagechicago.com