Free Chicago Birthday Celebration. Celebrate Chicago’s 180th Birthday. When: March 4, 2017 10AM-2PM Where: Chicago History Museum, 1601 N Clark St., 312-642-4600 Free. No reservations needed. Join the Chicago History Museum and celebrate the city’s 180th birthday. Festivities include music, … [Read more...] about Free Chicago Birthday Celebration
Kids' Activities
New and improved Northerly Island
New and improved Northerly Island. Learn about Northerly Island improvements made in 2014-2015. Note: Due to storms in October-December, 2015 the east portion of the trail in the nature area is blocked off until further notice. They are currently consulting with the Army Corps of Engineers to … [Read more...] about New and improved Northerly Island
Camp on Northerly Island Oct 1
Every year the Chicago Park District host four camping events at select parks. This year one of the parks will be Northerly Island! Family Camping at Northerly Island When: Saturday, October 1, 2016 from 2:00 PM - 10:00 AM (Oct 2) Registration opens July 10 9AM.Cancelled Where: Northerly Island … [Read more...] about Camp on Northerly Island Oct 1
Free things to do at Northerly Island
Northerly Island is a 91- acre peninsula that juts into Lake Michigan at the heart of the Museum Campus. It is located just south of the Adler Planetarium and east of Soldier Field. The majority of this space is dedicated to nature. The nature area at Northerly Island features beautiful strolling … [Read more...] about Free things to do at Northerly Island
Guide to Lincoln Park Zoo Chicago
Guide to Lincoln Park Zoo Chicago. The Lincoln Park Zoo is one of only three free zoo's in the US. Here's a guide to get the most out of your visit: Where: 2001 N Clark St, (312) 742-2000 When: Always free. Open year round. Gates open: M-F 7AM-6PM and Sat-Sun, Holidays … [Read more...] about Guide to Lincoln Park Zoo Chicago
Top Ten: Fun things to do in Lincoln Park
The Lincoln Park neighborhood is just north of downtown and full of lots of great free things to do. At one time, it was ground zero for Chicago's yuppies. That's less the case than it used to be, but as the home of both DePaul University and some gorgeous old apartments, you'll see a great mix of … [Read more...] about Top Ten: Fun things to do in Lincoln Park
Paying for college: The Northwestern Academy
Chicago's institutions of higher education are among the best - and the most expensive - in the world. However, there is hope for Chicago students! Last year, the University of Chicago announced the UChicago Promise, an initiative to prepare Chicago Public Schools students for competitive … [Read more...] about Paying for college: The Northwestern Academy
