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 16 – Aug 17
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 • Aug 28 – Aug 31
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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Taste of Chicago - Grant Park
Grant Park • Sep 05 – Sep 07 @ 11AM
Taste of Chicago has been a summer staple for more than 40 years. This year, the annual foodie extravaganza will bring both neighborhood pop-up events and…
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