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Chicago Children's Museum
700 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
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Psych yourself into museum mode for a day of art, science, and fun with TravelSkoot's best of art and culture in Chicago! There's even one just for children to satisfy the little kid in you. Try star gazing at the planetarium or a dance class at the Palace Hotel Ballroom. When you're done you'll feel smart and sophisticated.
Learning can be fun, just ask the kids at the Chicago Children's Museum. Here kid's can learn by participating in a wide range of activities from attention-grabbing exhibits to interactive fun. They can explore permanent exhibits like the "Dinosaur Expedition" where they pretend that they are part of an excavation team in a simulated excavation pit as they learn about dinosaurs. Or, they can pretend to be the mayor of "Kid's Town" where the kids run the show in a child-scaled cityscape. The Chicago Children's Museum is located in Navy Pier and open every day except Christmas and Thanksgiving Day.
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At the Chicago Shakespeare Theater an audience of 500 theatergoers experience an up-close and intimate relationship with the actors on stage. With over 600 performances a year, you're sure to catch one of the classics - like "A Midsummer Nights Dream" "Twelfth Night" or Macbeth." Pre-order drinks at "The English Pub" in the cozy corner of the lobby - they'll be ready for you at intermission!
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Built on the rubble from the 1871 Chicago fire, The Art Institute of Chicago now doubles as a school and a museum. In the museum, you will find numerous coveted art collections including: African, Renaissance, Asian, Indian, American, Contemporary, European, photography and more. New and renowned art exhibitions are also constantly rotating through the museum. Be sure to stop by the gift shop to purchase a unique home furnishing as a gift for that art enthusiast, or pick out a print of your favorite masterpiece for your living room wall.
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Come and reach for the stars at the Adler Planetarium where you can enjoy featured attractions like "Cosmic Collisions." This exhibit is narrated by acclaimed actor and director Robert Redford. It will take you on a trip through space and time to explore the evolution of the universe from the effects of planetary objects colliding. Or, attend the "Shoot for the Moon" exhibition that details the history of space exploration and America's plans for future travel to the moon. If stargazing builds up an appetite then stop by Galileo's Cafe and have a snack as you gaze out at the beautiful Chicago skyline.
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The Hilton Chicago O'Hare Airport hotel is ideally situated in the heart of O'Hare International Airport and only a 40 minute train ride to downtown Chicago. Each guestroom offers the Hilton Serenity bed, 42" HDTV and wireless high-speed internet access. Energize yourself in our full athletic club featuring modern fitness equipment, complimentary lap pool, or relax using the whirlpool, steam room, and sauna. After a long day, enjoy deliciously fresh pasta dishes at the elegant Andiamo and then unwind over some brews at Sports Edition.
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