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The Chicago Field Museum isn’t only about the past; it’s also about scientific discoveries, like the building block of everything. Rice DNA Discovery Center gives you a peek directly inside ...

Also, consider purchasing a Chicago CityPASS or a Go ... two eateries and a gift shop are located inside, and two main parking areas are offered on the Museum Campus. However, additional fees ...

“City on Fire: Chicago 1871,” through Jan. 26 at the Chicago History Museum, 1601 N. Clark St.; open Tuesdays-Saturdays 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sundays 12-5 p.m.; $19 admission, $17 ...

CHICAGO — Spring Break doesn’t always have to mean beaches and palm trees — or breaking the bank. For residents of Illinois, the city of Chicago offers plenty of great family activities.

Located at Navy Pier, the Chicago Children's Museum offers temporary and permanent play-based exhibits for babies, toddlers and kids ages 4 and older. Founded in 1982 by the Junior League of ...

CHICAGO — An exhibit at the Chicago Children ... inspired by the real tools and tasks of aeronautics. The museum is located inside Navy Pier and was designed specifically for experimentation ...