This is the Nickerson Mansion huilt in 1883 which was bought and restored over several years by…read moreRichard Driehaus. It has several items original to the home, plus some of Driehaus' collection. There was an art exibit of satirical prints from London and Dublin on display when we went through. Beautiful Tiffany lamps and chandeliers, marble, tile, woodworking throughout the whole home. Learned more about the history of Chicago and what it was like at the time the mansion was first built.

Driehaus Museum is beautiful! It is a smaller museum that features stunning art and architecture. I…read morewas able to get a student discount for my ticket, so I only paid $13. If I had paid more, I think I would have been a little disappointed. They offer tours throughout the day and I wish I had joined one. There is a little bit of signage throughout, but I think I would have gotten more out of it with a guide. The bathrooms are located in the basement and they are spotlessly clean. There is a small gift shop on the third floor which has a variety of nice Chicago and gilded age themed gifts. Driehaus Museum was truly a feast for the eyes. I'm not sure I'll come back, as I feel like I've seen what I needed to see, but I'm glad I stopped in. It is beautiful!

Spectacular architecture and stunningly maintained.... Very little known about it by the locals …read more I have lived in Chicago for 26 years and always wondered what this beautiful building was but finally went on not so busy Friday afternoon literally 30 mid before closing . Would love to bring the family back.

Stunning! A bit of history I didn't even realize we had here in Chicago. Free to visit (there's a…read moredonation box at the front) and the staff was very sweet. Someone was giving brief tours with more information, but you're able to walk around and explore on your own.

Maddy was an excellent tour guide. Very knowledgeable and friendly. You could tell she was…read morepassionate about Frank Lloyd Wright's architecture and story which made everything more engaging. She explained details in a way that was easy to understand but still interesting. The houses in the neighborhood are really cool to see and it's a nice walk through the area. Even if you're not an architecture expert, you can appreciate the design and how different the homes look compared to typical houses. Definitely recommend doing the tour if you're interested in architecture or design. The guide really makes the experience.

Fun way to spend an afternoon, but pricey for what you get!…read more We opted to do the outdoor tour. This provides a little phone on a neck lanyard, and you push a button of the house you're looking at and get a 3-ish minute explanation of the design of the home. The descriptions were informative without getting boring, and I definitely learned quite a bit about Frank Lloyd wrights inspiration and artistic development. I loved seeing how his designs changed through the years. That being said, $15 to walk down a street was pretty pricey. The museum doesn't maintain these homes- they are private residences. I was looking at one of the homes and the family that lived there pulled up in their ford. It did feel a bit invasive, and you're paying this museum to look at random peoples private homes. Kind of whack, and perhaps not worth $15. I know they're nonprofit and upkeep the little phone devices, but I felt this walking tour should just be rolled up with the indoor tour. To do both is over $30, which is more than most museums in the area. For what you get, pretty expensive, especially when the street is open and you could just walk down it on your own.

A top notch addition to the Art Institute. Fully accessible entrance off of Monroe, and the…read morequickest way into the museum from the Millenium Park Garage. Gorgeous multistory entryway. Top notch permanent collection from the 20th century, and excellent rotating exhibits to match. Access the public cafe on the second floor to absorb the interior view, and head up to the third floor and head outside to get a gorgeous view of Chicago's skyline. There is also a member's lounge on the third floor. A giant ramp will allow you to walk/wheel from the third floor over Monroe to the heart of Millenium Park, dropping you off by the Pritzker Pavilion. Its a steep incline - I would not want to walk up it, or push a stroller/wheelchair. If you are in a wheelchair and are athletic, its a thrilling ride to the bottom. Beware of blisters!

The art institute is fine in every way . The modern wing takes your breath away and as with the…read moreentire museum , be prepared to spend more than one day taking it all in.

The Marquette Building is a beautiful example of the Chicago School of architecture. The early…read moresteel framed sixteen story skyscraper was built in 1895. The steel frame is what allowed long "Chicago windows" due to less pressure of the masonry. It was designed by Holabird and Roche. The skyscraper was named for Father Jacques Marquette, the first European settler who explored Chicago in 1674-1675. Mosaics, sculptures and bronzes honor this expedition in the Marquette's entry and lobby. The bronzes and sculptures show the trip and important historic figures that were met along the journey. The railing around the atrium features beautiful Tiffany designed mosaics. Louis Comfort Tiffany was commissioned to create a mosaic frieze to detail the story of Marquette's life, the exploration of Chicago and the Native Americans that he met. Art panels are made of lustered Tiffany glass, mother-of-Pearl and semi-precious stones. It is stunning! The building is free and open to explore. Ask the security guard for a brochure or if you are lucky, he may even share some history about the building. There is also a small exhibit behind the lobby that discusses Chicago skyscrapers and architecture.

Chicago September 2019…read more Walked into the Marquette Building in downtown Chicago to view the beautiful artwork in the lobby. No admission fee. Just walk in and enjoy the view. The lobby is not too big but filled with stain glass art work that is eye catching. One can view the art from the first or second floor. Many Yelpers have already posted photos with great historical commentary. I'll just add a #metoo. No where to park around here unless you want to spend $30.00 ... I just jump on the CTA and pay $2.50 one way (or $5.00 round trip). Many of the buildings in downtown Chicago have fantastic art work in their lobbies. Most are free to explore. Welcome to Chicago !

Tilt attraction. Sooooooo..... cool!!!! :)))) If you are scared of heights this is not the one to…read morevisit! Hahaha... but it was a bucket list for me so I had to. :)))) loved it.

This place sucks. Way overcrowded. I paid $100 for myself and my son. Just absolute s show…read more People cutting in line. We paid for the tilt experience and passed when we saw the line. This place is a tourist trap, don't waste your time or money.

This used to be my favorite store in the late '60's and early '70's. While working downtown, and…read moregoing to college downtown, i used to eat my lunch almost every day. They had the absolute best cream of mushroom soup. Tons of mushrooms in a delightful cream sauce. And those desserts!!! I can still taste that wonderful cake slice with a thick layer of butter cream frosting. And people were all dressed up so nicely to go shopping in those days. I remember how well trained staff were. So polite and knowledgeable about what they were selling. And just the feeling of shopping in such a magnificent building. And such an enormous building. Such great memories.

Another free treasure. This historical building used to be Marshal fields and now is the Macys on…read moreState street. It's a beautiful building ... took some inside pics from different angle and perspectives. It's famous for the mosaic ceiling which is a work of art that pics can't capture ... but i tried. It's beautiful. The dome ceiling was designed by renowned glass artist Louis Comfort Tiffany (it's the largest Tiffany mosaic in existence) and crafted by a group of 50 artisans who worked atop scaffolds for over 18 months to complete the project. This work of art shimmering vaulted ceiling that covers 6,000 square feet and comprises 1.6 million pieces of iridescent glass. If you like it and are looking for more free art treasure check out the ceiling in the chicago cultural center for another gorgeous Tiffany ceiling. Love that Chicago offers so much to see and do free or for little cost. I also like looking and and looking down at the different floors. afraid of heights but it was still worth a glimpse over the railings. Also check out the restaurant .. very elegant .. i think it's the walnut room.

Very much enjoyed visiting this local museum. The normal hours didn't work for me since I work…read moreduring the day but after connecting with the museum I was able to visit when they were open for an event. This was a great museum that showcased the history of Skokie very well. I highly recommend visiting if you're interested in smaller local history museums, Skokie history or fire history since it's in the old fore station

Christopher and I stumbled upon this sweet little museum on our weekly gallivant. I spotted the log…read morecabin from the public parking lot and curiosity compelled us to investigate. I am going through my second childhood these days, but it is far better than the first because I have a deeper curiosity, and a longer attention span to couple with a sense of wonder. Therefore, finding myself in a small museum, filled with old firehouse equipment and memorabilia made me happier than a pig in merde. We also found out that Babyface Nelson was killed and his body dumped in St. Paul's Cemetery not too far away. As a big fan of Chicago's old gangster history I can't believe I never knew this, but that is what cute little museums are for. All you have to do is ask and they will give you a tour of the log cabin. It is the oldest structure in Skokie, dating back to 1847. The inside is decorated in period furnishings, complete with a cast iron stove. The land around it is planted with Illinois prairie plants to create a true feeling of the region. What a delightful little treasure to find in downtown Skokie. They offer an interesting and inexpensive birthday party for kids that includes tours, ice cream making and candle dipping, plus table decorations, plates and napkins for $150 for 12 kids. To me that sounds like a good deal. Anyhow, this place is well worth checking out, especially because it is free!!! They do have a donation jar, so be cool and slip them a few bucks!!! Museum hours are 12 to 4 PM on Thursday and Friday and 10 AM to 2 PM on Saturday and Sunday (seasonal hours, call to confirm). They also provide various special events throughout the year, call for information. (847) 674-1500 ext. 3000