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Architecture, Chicago, Culture

Open House Chicago Gives You the Keys to the City

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 15, 2011January 4, 2017

The Chicago Architecture Foundation is offering an insider’s tour of the city.

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Chicago, Culture

Design*Sponge Book Signing in Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 12, 2011January 4, 2017

The book is a trove of décor information and ideas.

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Chicago, Culture

Street Scene: Centennial in Chinatown

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 11, 2011January 4, 2017

Chinatown celebrated the 100th anniversary of Chinese Independence.

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Chicago, Culture

Monday Inspiration

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 10, 2011January 4, 2017

I like it in the city when two worlds collide.

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Chicago, Culture

Exploration Anniversary

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 2, 2011January 5, 2017

Thanks for one year of urban exploring with me!

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Arts, Chicago, Culture

Exploring Pilsen’s Art Community

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 29, 2011January 5, 2017

More than 65 artistic environments will be open for public exploration.

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Chicago, Culture

Chicagoans Share Their Favorite Memories

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 20, 2011January 5, 2017

50 Chicagoans share their favorite memories in this short film.

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Architecture, Chicago, Culture

The Bahá’í House of Worship: Chicago’s Suburban Sanctuary

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 18, 2011January 5, 2017

Visiting the only Bahá’í House of Worship in North America.

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Arts, Chicago, Culture

Remembering 9/11 at The Art Institute

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 11, 2011January 5, 2017

Jitish Kallat’s art installation is a call to unity.

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Chicago, Culture, Music

North Coast Music Festival

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 1, 2011January 7, 2025

Round out summer festival season in Union Park.

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Urban Explorer is a travel blog highlighting history, culture, and hidden gems to inspire curious travelers by Jessica Mlinaric, author of 'Secret Chicago' and 'Chicago Scavenger.'
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