Three Cool Architectural and Historical Holiday Things to Do
Figuring out how to pass all that free time at the holidays can be daunting. But have no fear, the Chicago Detours staff has created a list of the best holiday things to do around the Windy City. Christmas Around the World and Holiday Lights at MSI – EXHIBIT 5700 South Lake Shore Drive. – […]
Carbide and Carbon Building: a Skyscraper Capped In Gold
As the home of the skyscraper, Chicago has all types it architectural forms – from boxy steel and glass high-rises of the modern International Style to the lavish stone of Art Deco towers. One of my favorite art deco skyscrapers of Chicago, and perhaps one of the most unique, is the Carbide and Carbon Building. […]
Secrets Underground, Nature Above: Maggie Daley Park
New walking spaces and recreation are coming to the Chicago Loop and lakefront with the redesigned Maggie Daley Park. The Park District will be opening some attractions as early as December, while others we can look forward to enjoying when the Spring and nice weather return. Even better news for fans of the Pedway […]
Chicago Events This Week In Architecture and History
This week in architecture and history events in Chicago we feature a lecture on servant life in Chicago, a lecture and discussion the new Jens Jensen documentary, and a holiday inspired Frank Lloyd Wright Tour. 1. Exploring the Lives of the Glessners’ Servants – LECTURE 1800 S. Prairie Ave. – Tuesday, Dec 9th, 7:00pm $10 […]
Chicago Events This Week In Architecture and History
This week in architecture and history events in Chicago we feature a lecture on servant life in Chicago, a lecture and discussion the new Jens Jensen documentary, and a holiday inspired Frank Lloyd Wright Tour. 1. Exploring the Lives of the Glessners’ Servants – LECTURE 1800 S. Prairie Ave. – Tuesday, Dec 9th, 7:00pm $10 […]