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Art Institute of Chicago 125th Anniversary Block Party

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Art Institute of Chicago 125th Anniversary Block Party. When:  Saturday, July 21, 2018, 10:30AM-10:30PM Where:  Art Institute of Chicago, 111 S Michigan Ave (312) 440-3600. Admission: $10 Chicago and Illinois residents, $2 online fee per ticket. Children 17 and under are free.  You cannot … [Read more...] about Art Institute of Chicago 125th Anniversary Block Party

Jazzin at the Shedd Aquarium every Wednesday

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Jazzin at the Shedd Aquarium every Wednesday. Enjoy Jazz, cocktails, amazing lake views, fireworks and admission to the aquarium. When: Every Wednesday, (5 to 10 p.m.) June 20, 27, July 4, 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2018. Click here to buy tickets Free dates in September and … [Read more...] about Jazzin at the Shedd Aquarium every Wednesday

Guide to Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

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Guide to Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Where: 2430 North Cannon Drive, 773-755-5191. When: Free day (suggested donation) is Thursday for Illinois residents. The museums mission is to teach the importance of nature and science."At 73,000 square feet it's much smaller and more manageable than … [Read more...] about Guide to Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week

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Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week. You can find a complete list of events by day on our Calendar page. Below the daily list are about 70 more Free or Cheap Things to do on any day. To keep up with the latest news on deals, discounts and free events in Chicago, sign up for the daily … [Read more...] about Free or cheap things to do in Chicago this week

Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA

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Attend a free live jazz concert every Tuesday on the Terrace at the MCA. When: Every Tuesday June 5–September 26, 2018 5:30PM-8:00PM Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, 220 East Chicago Avenue, 312-280-2660.  In case of rain, the event takes place inside the MCA Café. Free Tuesdays at the … [Read more...] about Tuesdays on the Terrace at the MCA

Free admission Jazzin at the Shedd

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Free admission Jazzin at the Shedd.  Enjoy Jazz, cocktails, amazing lake views, fireworks and admission to the aquarium. Where: John G. Shedd Aquarium, 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, 312-939-2438 When:  September 5, 12, 19, 26 and October 3, 10, 2018, (5 to 9 p.m. in Sept/Oct.) - Free for all … [Read more...] about Free admission Jazzin at the Shedd

Here’s the deal on free day at Museum of Science and Industry

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Here's the deal on free day at Museum of Science and Industry.  Here's what you get (and don't get) at the Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S Lake Shore Dr., 773-684-1414 on free day.  All free museum days. CTA 10 bus Every year the CTA 10 bus begins service from Michigan Avenue to Museum of … [Read more...] about Here’s the deal on free day at Museum of Science and Industry

Visit Chicago Botanic Garden on the cheap

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Visit Chicago Botanic Garden on the cheap. The Chicago Botanical Garden (1000 Lake Cook Rd, Glencoe, IL 60022, (847) 835-5440) offers activities and programs year round.  Walk through the beautiful scenery throughout the 385 acres, including 26 gardens, four natural areas, including prairie and … [Read more...] about Visit Chicago Botanic Garden on the cheap

Discount admission American Writers Museum

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Discount admission American Writers Museum Where: 180 N. Michigan, 2nd Floor (312) 702-7407. The excellent American Writer's Museum covers the history of writers in America and has interesting and interactive exhibits throughout. There is also a children's room. Hours of Operation: Monday … [Read more...] about Discount admission American Writers Museum

Free museum: Federal Reserve Money Museum

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Free museum: Federal Reserve Money Museum. The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago operates a small but interesting museum about the history of money and the work of the Federal Reserve. Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, 230 S. LaSalle Street The exhibits cover a mix of academic, hands-on, and … [Read more...] about Free museum: Federal Reserve Money Museum

Adler Planetarium After Dark

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Adler Planetarium After Dark. If you're looking for something different to do consider attending the next Adler After Dark. When:  Every third Thursday of the month from 6:00–10:00 pm (6:30–10:30 pm May-August events). Where:  Adler Planetarium, 1300 S Lake Shore Dr., 312-922-7827 Cost: $20 … [Read more...] about Adler Planetarium After Dark

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