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Evanston's Piccolo Theatre: Literally On The Fast Track.
Highly acclaimed for its productions and location, Piccolo Theatre is located in a working train depot.

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Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio: A modern architecture mecca

Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio: A modern architecture mecca
The early 20th century Oak Park home and studio of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright shines light on the beginnings of modern design.

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The Swedish American Museum Center offers insight to one of Chicago's most historic neighborhoods.

The Swedish American Museum Center offers insight to one of Chicago's most historic neighborhoods.
The Swedish American Museum Center is the anchor in Andersonville, one of the city's most culturally rich and vibrany neighborhoods. The museum is a great starting point if you're planning a day-long escape.

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At the Adler Planetarium, the stars always shine brightly

At the Adler Planetarium, the stars always shine brightly
Explore other worlds and then some at The Adler Planetarium, the nation’s first planetarium. It's perfectly situated on Lake Michigan and offers a host of ever-changing shows on everything from cosmic collisions to spectacular 3-D presentations.

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Chicago artists craft new life for old book covers

Chicago artists craft new life for old book covers
The final chapter for many books may be less than glamorous — molding away on a basement bookshelf, or tossed into a trash bin. But three Chicago artists are bringing new life to old books, reusing them or their beautiful covers for wall art, purses and even clocks.

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Ernest Hemingway Museum: A glimpse into greatness

Ernest Hemingway Museum: A glimpse into greatness
This Oak Park attraction boasts authentic memorabilia - including letters, diaries and photos - from one of the greatest writers of the 20th century.

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Six Flags Great America: big thrills at a big park

Six Flags Great America: big thrills at a big park
Chicago's Great America and Hurricane Harbor deliver on thrills, spills and entertainment at this whopping 320-acre theme and water park .

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Lynfred Winery: A sweet surprise in the suburbs

Lynfred Winery: A sweet surprise in the suburbs
The oldest and largest continuously operating winery in Illinois is much closer than you might think. Just 45 minutes from downtown, the winery offers tastings, tours and a beautiful backdrop.

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House of Blues brunch feeds soul and appetite

House of Blues brunch feeds soul and appetite
The House of Blues Sunday Gospel Brunch is a celebration of art, food and music that shouldn't be missed.

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Chicago Cultural Center: music, art, lectures and more - all free

Chicago Cultural Center: music, art, lectures and more - all free
Within the Chicago Cultural Center you will find music, dance, art exhibits, lectures and readings by some of the nation’s finest writers -- and it's all free

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