It’s my birthday! I wanted to share something fun to celebrate, so I created a crossword puzzle based on places from my book Secret Chicago: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure.
You don’t need the book to play, but it might help you uncover some of Chicago’s hidden gems. You can download the crossword here.
Thanks to the incredibly talented and inspiring Hen Chung of RAD AND HUNGRY who hand illustrated the crossword! If you’re looking for a dose of travel right now, check out her shop of design-forward office supplies sourced from around the world.
Want to discover other hidden places in Chicago? Check out my book Secret Chicago!
Jessica Mlinaric founded Urban Explorer in 2010 to inspire curious travelers by highlighting history, culture, and hidden gems in Chicago and beyond. She is the author of ‘Secret Chicago’ and ‘Chicago Scavenger.’ Jessica has visited 20+ countries and 30+ U.S. states. She has more than 16 years of experience as a marketing strategist and works as a freelance writer and photographer.
