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Tag: The Loop

Exhibit at the new Chicago Architecture Center
Architecture, Chicago, Culture

Peek into the New Chicago Architecture Center

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 15, 2018August 7, 2019

Explores Chicago’s newest cultural destination

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Chicago, Culture

How to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Chicago

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 11, 2016January 4, 2017

Here’s how to get your green on for St. Patrick’s Day in the Windy City.

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Architecture, Chicago, Culture

Chicago Athletic Association Hotel in Architect’s Newspaper

by Jessica Mlinaric / August 21, 2015January 12, 2025

A historic building in the Chicago Loop gets new life offering luxurious leisure.

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Architecture, Chicago, Culture

Chicago Architectural Illustration Featured In The Happiness Machine

by Jessica Mlinaric / April 5, 2013January 6, 2017

Lacelles Thornton brings the intricacy of architectural scenes to life in this video.

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Arts, Chicago, Culture

Freebie: Unveiled at the Art Institute with ‘Nighthawks’

by Jessica Mlinaric / March 20, 2013January 6, 2017

Whether or not you’re an art hound, the Art Institute of Chicago is wonderful to visit for the number of highly recognizable works.

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Chicago, Culture

Chicago Ideas Week: The Presidents Club Playbook

by Jessica Mlinaric / October 9, 2012January 6, 2017

Chicago Ideas Week features over 200 passionate speakers that host talks and labs throughout Chicago.

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Arts, Chicago, Culture

Color Jam: Chicago in Living Color

by Jessica Mlinaric / September 13, 2012January 6, 2017

The three-dimensional work is Chicago’s largest art installation.

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Architecture, Chicago, Culture

Street Scene: Corridor to the New Year

by Jessica Mlinaric / January 7, 2012January 4, 2017

We’re just moving from one stop to the next.

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Chicago, Culture

A Winter’s Tale: Chicago City Hall Holiday Concert Series

by Jessica Mlinaric / December 19, 2011January 4, 2017

Stroll through City Hall for some holiday cheer.

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Chicago, Culture

Vintage Chicago Street Scenes: Celebrating a City in Motion

by Jessica Mlinaric / November 9, 2011January 4, 2017

“Where anything might happen – and usually does.”

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