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Shedd Aquarium

Kenwood Neighborhood

77 E. Randolph, Chicago, IL 60602

Presidential History

The Obama family home is a lovely red brick manse located on a tree-lined street in the historic Kenwood neighborhood, near the University of Chicago. Tour the area's points of interest with a local volunteer from Chicago Greeter, a free service offered by the Chicago Office of Tourism and Culture.

What's happening nearby...

Lincoln Park ZooLights

Lincoln Park Zoo •  Nov 15 – Jan 05 @ 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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Christmas Around the World & Holidays of Lights at The Museum of Science and Industry

Museum of Science and Industry •  Nov 16 – Jan 06

Explore rich holiday traditions from around the globe while creating your own traditions with loved ones this season.

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The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival

The Magnificent Mile •  Nov 23

For thirty-two years, The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival® has been a thrilling celebration: A day-through-night, mile-long holiday extravaganza.

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