Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures
1155 E. 58th St., Chicago, IL 60637
Museums
Located in the Hyde Park neighborhood on the University of Chicago campus, the Oriental Institute Museum showcases the history, art and archaeology of the ancient Near East. Permanent collections focus on ancient Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Syria and Turkey. World-famous collection of artifacts from the ancient Middle East, including a recreation of an Assyrian palace and a 17-ft.-tall statue of King Tut.
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Christmas Around the World & Holidays of Light at The Museum of Science and Industry
Museum of Science and Industry • Nov 07 – Jan 03
Explore rich holiday traditions from around the globe while creating your own traditions with loved ones this season.
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Christkindlmarket Chicago
Under the Picasso • Nov 20 – Dec 31
The smell of roasted nuts, fresh pretzels, bratwurst, and hot spiced wine, the sound of music, and the glimmer of sparkling Christmas ornaments, all in a…
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Lincoln Park ZooLights
Lincoln Park Zoo • Nov 20 – Jan 03 @ 4:30PM
Enter a winter wonderland illuminated by the laughter of children and more than one million lights at Lincoln Park Zoo’s annual ZooLights.
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Chicago History Museum
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Explore the history of Chicago and United States through permanent and temporary exhibitions drawn from more than 20 million items in the Chicago History Museum’s collections.…
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Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago Visitor Center
Chicago
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Modern Wing of the Art Institute of Chicago
Chicago
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