Top Attractions in Flossmoor, IL

Museums, zoos, landmarks, and must-see attractions in Flossmoor, IL. The best spots for locals and visitors.

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World of Micro Poetry with Regina Harris Baiocchi

Starts in 9 hrs · Mon, Apr 13, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Little Italy · 1336 W. Taylor St., Chicago, IL

In this workshop, monoku, haiku, renga, and senryū will be explored. Poetry from the Americas, China, Ghana, Japan, Pakistan, and UK will be introduced. Regina Harris Baiocchi is a poet, author, and founder of Haiku Festival Chicago. Haiku Festival offers poetry readings, workshops, and...

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Shedd Aquarium

Shedd Aquarium · 1200 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

Get ready for unforgettable encounters with belugas and bluegills, stingrays and sturgeons, sea stars and sea otters and so many more animals from aquatic environments...

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Little Black Pearl Art & Design Center

Little Black Pearl Art & Design Center · 1060 E. 47th St., Chicago, IL, 60653, Chicago, IL

What began as an artist's dream in the basement of her gray stone is now the Little Black Pearl Art and Design Center located in...

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Film Screening: Love Jones (1999)

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 17, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Back of the Yards · 2111 W. 47th St., Chicago, IL

Join the Back of the Yards staff for a screening of Love Jones . Click here to watch the trailer! The passion between a struggling photographer and an unemployed writer is undeniable, but will it last? In this sweet, comic romance set against the jazz rhythms of Chicago, two educated,...

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Pullman State Historic Site (Hotel Florence)

Pullman State Historic Site (Hotel Florence) · 11111 S. Forestville Ave., Chicago, IL, 60628, Chicago, IL

Fifteen miles south of the Chicago loop, at the center of the historic planned industrial Pullman community, Pullman State Historic Site uses historic structures and...

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Brookfield Zoo Chicago

Brookfield Zoo Chicago · 31st St. and First Ave., Brookfield, IL, 60513, Brookfield, IL

Host your next meeting or social event at Brookfield Zoo! Whether its a daytime corporate function for 10 people – or an evening festival...

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Mindworks: The Science of Thinking

Mindworks: The Science of Thinking · 224 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60604, Chicago, IL

Mindworks is the worlds first interactive discovery center and working lab dedicated to behavioral science, showcasing the research and ideas of preeminent scientists who examine...

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Beverly Arts Center

Beverly Arts Center · 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago, IL, 60655, Chicago, IL

Founded in 1968, the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago, is a not-for-profit cultural and educational institution dedicated to enriching lives through the...

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Art Institute of Chicago

Art Institute of Chicago · 111 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60603, Chicago, IL

No trip to Chicago is complete without a visit to the Art Institute. Consistently rated among the worlds top museums by TripAdvisor travelers, the Art...

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The Harris Theater for Music and Dance

The Harris Theater for Music and Dance · 205 E. Randolph St., Chicago, IL, 60601, Chicago, IL

Situated in the distinctive setting of Millennium Park, the Harris Theater is an artistic home for the very best of Chicago's music & dance companies.

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Chicago Symphony Orchestra/Symphony Center

Chicago Symphony Orchestra/Symphony Center · 220 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60604, Chicago, IL

In addition to performances by some of the world's greatest classical, jazz and pop artists, Symphony Center provides the atmosphere for first-class special events, including...

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Spertus, A Center for Jewish Learning and Culture

Spertus, A Center for Jewish Learning and Culture · 610 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

The faceted glass façade of Spertus Institute’s Michigan Avenue facility offers a window into world of Jewish learning and culture. Designed by the award-winning, Chicago-based...

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Randolph Street Market Festival

Randolph Street Market Festival · 1341 W. Randolph St., Chicago, IL, 60607, Chicago, IL

Since 2003, Chicago's Randolph Street Market hosts several Markets throughout the year. This shopping destination celebrates all things design and style! Featured in Travel+Leisure, Art+Auction,...

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Chicago International Film Festival

Chicago International Film Festival · 212 W. Van Buren St., Chicago, IL, 60607, Chicago, IL

The Chicago International Film Festival brings more than 150 films from around the world to Chicago. Featuring World, North American and U.S. premiere screenings, the...

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Adult Book Discussion: Remarkably Bright Creatures

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Chicago Lawn Branch · 6120 S. Kedzie Avenue, Chicago, IL · Ages 18+

Join us for a discussion of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. After Tova Sullivan's husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up. Keeping busy has always helped her cope, which she's been doing since her eighteen-year-old...

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Hyde Park Art Center

Hyde Park Art Center · 5020 S. Cornell Ave., Chicago, IL, 60615, Chicago, IL

Founded in 1939, the Hyde Park Art Center is at once a contemporary art exhibition space, learning lab, community resource, and social hub for artists...

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Buckingham Fountain

Buckingham Fountain · Columbus Dr. and Congress Parkway, Chicago, IL, 60603, Chicago, IL

This popular historic landmark and tourist attraction offers visitors a dazzling music, light and water show, which runs dusk-11pm, spring through the end of fall....

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A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum

A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum · 10406 S. Maryland Ave., Chicago, IL, 60628, Chicago, IL

The A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum is an African-American Labor History Museum, the only one of its kind in the nation. Located in the...

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Band Patch Making

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Harold Washington Library Center · 400 S. State St., Chicago, IL

Swing by YOUmedia for our band patch making drop in. Artistry supplies will be available for those who want to create their own nu-metal punk and emo adjacent designs. We hope to see you there! Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please..

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Adler Planetarium

Adler Planetarium · 1300 S. DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

The Adler Planetarium connects people to the universe and each other. Whether it is introducing a guest to the Ring Nebula, a neighborhood school to...

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Pitchfork Music Festival

Pitchfork Music Festival · Union Park, 1501 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607, Chicago, IL

Pitchfork is incredibly excited to announce the return of the Pitchfork Music Festival, taking place Friday, September 10 through Sunday, September 12 at Chicago’s Union Park.

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Bronzeville Children’s Museum

Bronzeville Children’s Museum · 9301 S. Stony Island Ave., Chicago, IL, 60617, Chicago, IL

The Bronzeville Children's Museum, featuring exhibits designed for children ages 3 to 9, is the first and only African American children's museum in the country....

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Radius Chicago

Radius Chicago · 640 W. Cermak Rd., Chicago, IL, 60616, Chicago, IL

Radius Chicago is a versatile, 55,000-square-foot event space designed to host corporate gatherings, large-scale events, productions, and private concerts for 400 to 5,000 attendees. Housed...

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Jane Addams Hull-House Museum

Jane Addams Hull-House Museum · 800 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60607, Chicago, IL

The Jane Addams Hull-House Museum serves as a dynamic memorial to social reformer Jane Addams, the first American woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize,...

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Clarke-Ford House

Clarke-Ford House · 1827 S. Indiana Ave., Chicago, IL, 60616, Chicago, IL

Built in 1836, the Clarke-Ford House is Chicago’s oldest house. It was recently renamed to affirm the profound role of Bishop Louis Henry and Margaret...

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Teen Craft: Fuse Bead Art

Tomorrow · Tue, Apr 14, 8:30 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Little Italy · 1336 W. Taylor St., Chicago, IL · Ages 10–17

Create your own Fuse/Perler bead creation! No matter your skill level, this is your chance to design unique pixel art that you can take home. With all the beads, colors, and tools you need, your imagination is the limit. Accessibility Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility...

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Gallery Guichard

Gallery Guichard · 436 E. 47th St., Chicago, IL, 60653, Chicago, IL

Located on the first floor of the Bronzeville Artist Lofts, Gallery Guichard features a rotating collection of works from numerous global artists including, Abiola Akintola,...

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The Field Museum

The Field Museum · 1400 S. Jean Baptiste Pointe DuSable Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL, 60605, Chicago, IL

The Field Museum is Chicagos most elegant and unique setting for special events. Whether it is an intimate dinner for 10 or a rockin reception...

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Sports Traveler

Sports Traveler · 3100 W 95th Street, Evergreen Park, IL, 60805, Evergreen Park, IL

Sports Traveler specializes in event tickets and hotel travel packages to the city's top sports and concert events including Chicago Bears, Chicago Cubs, White Sox,...

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National Hellenic Museum

National Hellenic Museum · 333 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL, 60661, Chicago, IL

The Museum was founded as the Hellenic Museum and Cultural Center in 1983. Nine years later, the HMCC opened its first facility on Michigan Avenue...

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Peace by Piece: A Fiber Art "Commuknity"

In 2 days · Wed, Apr 15, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Beverly · 1962 W. 95th St., Chicago, IL · Ages 6+

Interested in joining Fiber Art "Commuknity" to meet like mind individuals and share your work come to the Beverly branch each Wednesday? This group is open to anyone in needle arts such as crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, crewel, tatting and other hand stitching. Bring your own...

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Macy’s on State Street

Macy’s on State Street · 111 N. State St., Chicago, IL, 60602, Chicago, IL

Macy’s on State Street offers a Historical Store Tour, and a Holiday Traditions Tour (November–January). Tour highlights include The Tiffany Ceiling, The Great Granite Pillars,...

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The Renaissance Society at the University of Chicago

The Renaissance Society at the University of Chicago · 5811 S. Ellis Ave., Chicago, IL, 60637, Chicago, IL

Founded in 1915, The Society's mission is to encourage the growth and understanding of contemporary art through exhibitions, publications, and events. The Society presents art...