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Frank Lloyd Wright House and Studio - Oak Park

Kenwood Neighborhood

77 E. Randolph, Chicago, IL 60602

Presidential History

The Obama family home is a lovely red brick manse located on a tree-lined street in the historic Kenwood neighborhood, near the University of Chicago. Tour the area's points of interest with a local volunteer from Chicago Greeter, a free service offered by the Chicago Office of Tourism and Culture.

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Christmas Around the World & Holidays of Light at The Museum of Science and Industry

Museum of Science and Industry •  Nov 07 – Jan 03

Explore rich holiday traditions from around the globe while creating your own traditions with loved ones this season.

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Christkindlmarket Chicago

Under the Picasso •  Nov 20 – Dec 31

The smell of roasted nuts, fresh pretzels, bratwurst, and hot spiced wine, the sound of music, and the glimmer of sparkling Christmas ornaments, all in a…

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Lincoln Park ZooLights

Lincoln Park Zoo •  Nov 20 – Jan 03 @ 4:30PM

Enter a winter wonderland illuminated by the laughter of children and more than one million lights at Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual ZooLights.

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