The City of Chicago's Cultural Activities

For those of you either relocating to the Chicago Metro area, or coming to the "Windy City" for a vacation, we're now rocking and rolling with activities.

I thought about this yesterday as we attended Lyric Opera's Turandot, a grand opera with vivid costumes and bold staging. Currently, we have King Lear at the Goodman Theatre; Hamlet at Navy Pier; and coming next week, the pre-Broadway show, The Pirate Queen.

Now, admittedly, there was a time when "culture in Chicago." caused an eyebrow to raise, especially from our east coast cousins. But, now, there is vitality in this city. And, many small theatre groups are in existance!

And, a thanks to Richie Daley, our flower-loving mayor. His idea to have plantings along Michigan Avenue have made that street incredibly beautiful. And, our new Millenium Park! See the world's only SILVER BEAN, formally known as Cloud Gate; the computerized fountains; the Lurie gardens.

Wander down the street and visit the Art Institute with its amazing displays and specialized exhibits. Grab a trolley car and ride, for free, to the Field Museum; Navy Pier and the original Water Tower.

Chicago is truly a visitor's paradise.

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