Chicago is still in a summer heat wave, but I’m dreaming of fall vibes for October.
Cemeteries are spooky to some and admired by others for their sense of art, history, and nature. This month’s calendar features a gorgeous chapel tucked in a mausoleum at Rosehill Cemetery in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood. John G. Shedd Memorial Chapel is the final resting place of the founder of Shedd Aquarium and the former Marshall Field president. Shedd’s chapel offers a peaceful space to all who visit, filled with stunning craftsmanship like this stained-glass window by Tiffany. Read my article about Shedd Memorial Chapel here.
Download the October calendar here.
Would you visit a cemetery for fun?
Want to discover other hidden places in Chicago? Check out my books Secret Chicago: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure and Chicago Scavenger!
Wondering what to do in Chicago this month? I’ve rounded up 35 fun things to do in Chicago in October!
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,’ and she has contributed to several travel guidebooks. 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.
