Chicago unveiled the newest addition to its public art collection; the Eye, a three-story giant eyeball, created by local Chicago artist Tony Tasset.

Jul 19, 2010 – Christine Zenino

A visit to Chicago is not complete without touring the Field Museum.

Jul 17, 2010 – Kelley Huston

Chicago Art Lovers can skip the crowds visiting Millennium Park or Navy Pier and enjoy this quiet contemporary sculpture park located south of Chicago.

Jul 7, 2010 – Christine Zenino

Day or night, there is lots to do in Chicago's trendy neighborhood of Wicker Park.

Jul 4, 2010 – Michelle MacNeill

Steinbeck wrote about it, Cole sang about it, Tod and Buzz drove it, the Cars movie restored it, and generations still experience it. Rediscover Route 66!

Jun 28, 2010 – Michleen Collins

Plan a Route 66 day trip or longer Route 66 vacation, but take a trip down memory lane first. Learn about the historic road from Chicago to the coast.

Jun 28, 2010 – Michleen Collins

Route 66 was both highway and home to artist and icon Bob Waldmire. While most can't follow his lifestyle, his "yield to butterflies" spirit still prevails.

Jun 27, 2010 – Michleen Collins

Route 66 legend Bob Waldmire earned the John Steinbeck award and a place in the Route 66 Hall of Fame. What inspired his journey and his legacy.

Jun 27, 2010 – Michleen Collins

Brake for breakfast at the Cozy Dog Drive In on historic Route 66 in Springfield, Illinois. Road food, retro stories and more are on the morning menu.

May 10, 2010 – Michleen Collins

Cozy Dogs - not corn dogs - helped put this restaurant on the map and in the Route 66 Hall of Fame. See what's on the menu and on Route 66 travel agendas.

May 9, 2010 – Michleen Collins

Chicago Food Planet founder Shane Kost operates two walking tours that reveal the small, family-owned specialty food stores he has enjoyed over the years.

May 4, 2010 – June Smith

There are many year-round landmarks in the grand city of Chicago to enjoy, but April and May welcome in some exceptional seasonal opportunities.

Apr 22, 2010 – June Smith

A German submarine captured during World War II can be visited by history buffs and others at Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry.

Apr 16, 2010 – Kelley Huston

This doll house is among the most popular exhibits the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, Illinois.

Apr 16, 2010 – Kelley Huston

Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry is the original hands-on science museum in North America. Plan a day at the museum for enjoyment and learning.

Apr 16, 2010 – Kelley Huston

The Dana-Thomas House in Springfield, Illinois is the best preserved and most complete Prairie-style house designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright.

Apr 11, 2010 – Peggy Hazelwood

Indulge in a formal afternoon tea in the elegant setting of The Lobby restaurant in one of the Windy City's top hotels.

Apr 7, 2010 – Katherine Rodeghier

The Lake County Discovery Museum in Wauconda, Illinois, is displaying Golden Legacy: Original Art from 65 Years of Golden Books, through Aug. 22, 2010.

Apr 6, 2010 – Claudia M. Lenart

Frommer's Chicago Free and Dirt Cheap guidebook is a guide to the city's free and budget events, attractions, places to stay, places to eat, tours, music, and more.

Apr 2, 2010 – Mike Gerrard

Planning a trip to Chicago? Take advantage of the free events and activities available at Chicago's parks, museums, music festivals, food festivals, and other attractions

Mar 15, 2010 – Maggie Wolff