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Chicago Architecture Center
Open House Chicago
Chicago Architecture Center 111 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesEvery October, the Chicago Architecture Center is proud to host Open House Chicago—a free public festival that offers self-guided history and architecture trails throughout Chicago, talks and programming, and behind-the-scenes access to architecturally, historically and culturally significant sites across the city. Open House Chicago remains one of the largest events of its kind in the...
Open House Chicago
Chicago Architecture Center 111 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesEvery October, the Chicago Architecture Center is proud to host Open House Chicago—a free public festival that offers self-guided history and architecture trails throughout Chicago, talks and programming, and behind-the-scenes access to architecturally, historically and culturally significant sites across the city. Open House Chicago remains one of the largest events of its kind in the...
Pop-Up Performance – Amundsen String Quartet
Chicago Architecture Center 111 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesOn December 16, between 11-11:45am, the CAC will feature a pop-up performance by the Amundsen High School string quartet! The ensemble will perform classical and contemporary music, bringing holiday cheer.
Teen Saturday Studios
Chicago Architecture Center 111 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesCAC's Teen Saturday Studio program is back! This exciting program, now in partnership with Harold Washington College, offers completely free 3-hour workshops for high school students interested in exploring the world of architecture and design. Led by experienced professionals in architecture, design, engineering, and other related fields, Teen Saturday Studios offer a unique opportunity to...
Engineering Fest
Willis Tower 233 S Wacker Drive, Chicago, United StatesOn Saturday, February 24, drop by Willis Tower anytime between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for Engineering Fest! Activities are geared toward youth ages 8-12, but the whole family is welcome to join. The theme for this year’s festival is Building Tall, showcasing how engineers innovate solutions that provide communities with effective transportation networks, lead...
Loop as Lab: Reshaping Downtowns Family Day
Chicago Architecture Center 111 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesCelebrate National Park Week AND the opening of the CAC’s new Loop As Lab: Reshaping Downtowns exhibition with this hands-on family day at the CAC. Drop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. for activities and free admission to exhibits. Meet a Park Ranger from Pullman National Historical Park in Chicago, and earn a badge. Learn...
Girls Build Day
Chicago Architecture Center 111 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, United StatesGirls Build! Day—one of the CAC’s signature family offerings—is a special STEAM festival designed just for girls. During the festival, youth are invited to build, learn and network with professionals in architecture, construction, engineering, design and related fields. The day also includes a keynote speech, where attendees hear from (and ask questions of) a distinguished...
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