Adler Planetarium
& Astronomy Museum
The Adler Planetarium's Web site is out of this world! There are several
virtual exhibits, plus notices of special events at the Planetarium.
Art
Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute has many collections and special exhibits. You can get
lots of information about them on their website, along with hours and
location information.
Brookfield
Zoo
The Brookfield Zoo has an amazing Web site! There are lots of pictures
and information on the animals and exhibits.
Field Museum
of Natural History
The Field Museum in downtown Chicago has many wonderful exhibits, from
Sue the dinosaur to a Native American homes.
Great
America
Find out about the latest and greatest thrills at Great America on their
Web site! You can also find out more about all of the attractions and
plan the perfect day.
Illinois Railway Museum
Located in Union, IL, the Illinois Railway Museum is dedicated to demonstrating
the vital role that railroads have played in the Chicago area and throughout
the United States.
Lincoln Park Zoo
Check out the Lincoln Park Zoo on the Web. You can learn about animals
and have fun!
Mexican Fine
Arts Center Museum
The Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum is the largest Mexican cultural center
and museum in the nation. Take a look at their website to find out more
about the museum and its collection.
Museum of Science
and Industry
Wow! You can find out about many exhibits at the Museum on their Web site.
They have some really great photographs too.
Peggy Notebaert
Nature Museum
The Nature Museum helps urban dwellers to connect to the natural world
through scientific learning and environmental programs.
SciTech
SciTech is a hands-on science center located in Aurora, Illinois.
Shedd Aquarium
The John G. Shedd Aquarium has a great site where you can find out about
their different animals and events at the Aquarium.
Waukegan Park
District
This site will show you where the different parks in Waukegan are and
what you will find at each one. It also has information about the special
programs available in the park district.
Festivals in Illinois
Chicago
Festivals and Events
Find out about all the great festivals and events, parades, holidays,
and more, that happen in Chicago, including the Air & Water Show,
Blue's Festival, Venetian Night, Taste of Chicago and many more.
Illinois
State Fair
The fair is held every year in the state capital, Springfield. If you
can't make it to the fair, check out the multimedia highlights to see
and hear the fun!
Pier Walk
Each year artists from around the world display their sculpture. Pier
Walk is a great chance to see works by some of the most innovative and
well-known sculptors in the world!
Ravinia Festival
You can find it all at Ravinia! Enjoy ballet, jazz, ethnic music, classical
music, special children's programs, and more.
Waukegan
Events
Find out all the events happening in the City of Waukegan.