I’ve often explored sites associated with the life and times of Abraham Lincoln, America’s 16th president. The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield, Illinois, is absolutely amazing. But don’t miss the opportunity to explore the home of Abraham Lincoln during his adult life – and I’m not talking about the White House. 😉…
The Field Museum is one of the most popular natural history museums in the world. The massive building provides hours of educational opportunities for people of all ages. Explore the world of dinosaurs, life underground, ancient Egypt and even death. With so many exhibits at the Field Museum, it’s going to be too long of…
Nauvoo holds a lot of history for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Early members of the church built a city in the swamps of Illinois on the banks of the Mississippi River in the 1800s after fleeing Missouri. Today, people flock from around the world to experience Nauvoo and witness two amazing…
With so many things to explore across Chicago, the Shedd Aquarium is one of the most popular hot spots. There’s a little something for everyone, from a fun 4-D theater experience to endless numbers of fish and wildlife from around the world. The Shedd Aquarium is worth a visit if you’re in Chicago, and with…
I love engaging museums that give people of all ages the opportunity to dive into science, history or more. The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago has all of that and more. I was able to fly into outer space, watch a lightning storm over my head and go underground in a coal mine….
I love finding activities for my colleagues and I to enjoy when we travel to work conferences. It often requires a lot of online research to find activities that work for the group. It’s also challenging when taking the weather into account – because it can get bitterly cold in Chicago in November. We ended…
Chicago has so many things to see and do. I’ve been there several times for various work conferences, and it seems like each time, I’m able to experience something new. But if you’re planning to visit several of the more popular venues in Chicago, you may want to consider getting a Chicago CityPASS so you…
Things at the Museum of Illusions Chicago aren’t always as they seem. A short person can become tall. Another may be able to walk on the ceiling, while another person appears to teleport in an infinity well. The photo opportunities are everywhere at the museum, and it’s an experience you and your friends will be…
Are you afraid of heights? Do they make you a little squeemish? Don’t let that stop you from taking a ride to the 94th floor and experiencing 360 Chicago Observation Deck. And don’t forget to snag an experience on Tilt to look out over the edge of the building at the streets directly below. Some…
When I think of Chicago, I don’t think of outer space. But when I learned the Adler Planetarium housed the Gemini 12 space capsule, the museum was quickly added to my “Things to do in Chicago” list. I could’ve spent about three hours exploring everything the Adler Planetarium has, but my time on this visit…
