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Frank Lloyd Wright House and Studio - Oak Park

Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures

1155 E. 58th St., Chicago, IL 60637

Museums

Located in the Hyde Park neighborhood on the University of Chicago campus, the Oriental Institute Museum showcases the history, art and archaeology of the ancient Near East. Permanent collections focus on ancient Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Syria and Turkey. World-famous collection of artifacts from the ancient Middle East, including a recreation of an Assyrian palace and a 17-ft.-tall statue of King Tut.

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Chicago Air and Water Show

Aug 15 – Aug 16

The Chicago Air and Water Show presented by the City of Chicago is the largest free show of its kind in the United States. The show…

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Chicago Jazz Festival

Millennium Park •  Sep 03 – Sep 06

Known for its artistic creativity, the Chicago Jazz Festival promotes awareness and appreciation for all forms of jazz through free, quality live musical performance.

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World Music Festival Chicago

Sep 25 – Oct 04

The 26th annual World Music Festival is your passport to musical acts from across the globe.

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