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Forgotten Chicago Nightlife History: Three Swanky 60s Clubs
Chicago nightlife history is full of fun and fascinating stories. From speakeasies in the ’20s to rooftop bars today, Chicago’s seen a lot of wild
The Amazing Architecture of the Auditorium Theater
Recently I wrote an article for the Detours blog listing the most overlooked beautiful buildings in Chicago. A few days later we received an email
Stories of Four Badass Ladies of Chicago for Women’s History Month
Women’s History Month is a natural time to reflect on all the women who’ve made Chicago a world-class city. We’ve got some heavy hitters, of
Book Tours for Your Chicago Conference Group
No one wants their Chicago conference experience to consist entirely of the whirlwind of massive expo halls and rushed meetings. Experiences and activities provide a
Chicago Politics: The Machine, The Daleys and What It Means for 2019
“Chicago politics” evokes images with the shadiest of connotations. Smoke-filled rooms. Stolen elections. Flagrant corruption. Mayors as powerful as pharaohs. Much of this is true.
Al Capone’s Chicago: 5 Sites He Actually Knew
Al Capone’s Chicago’s is a place of myth as much as fact. Oddly, it’s often reminded me of George Washington. Every sufficiently old building east
Visit Timuel Black’s “Sacred Ground” During Black History Month
Timuel Black, who recently celebrated his 100th birthday, is an icon in Chicago. He has been active in Black politics and activism, always pushing to
How to Survive (and Have Fun!) in a Chicago Polar Vortex
How do you prepare for record-breaking cold amidst a Chicago polar vortex? While we love adventuring in Chicago on walking, bus and boat tours during
Detour from Chicago: Romantic Winter Weekend in Galena
Looking for a romantic winter weekend outside Chicago? Break away from the grid of our skyscrapers and head west to Galena. Everyone knows that the
Five Great Spots for STEM Field Trips in Chicago
Field trips aren’t just for the Senior Class and the band kids anymore! We get tons of inquiries for private tours from science and engineering
Looking Back at Sears Company Buildings in Chicago
Sears, the landmark Chicago-based retailer, has teetered on the brink of liquidation for months. Apparently, $5 billion from its current chairman’s hedge fund will keep
10 Overlooked Beautiful Buildings in Chicago
Chicago is known for having beautiful buildings and being a hub of architectural innovation. Iconic favorites like Aqua, the Robie House and the Carbide and
