Step beneath the iconic marquee of the Chicago Theatre, one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. Learn how this 1920s movie palace helped shape the Loop’s entertainment district and why its French Baroque design still dazzles visitors today.

Explore the former Marshall Field’s department store, now Macy’s, and discover its stunning Tiffany glass ceiling and grand architecture. Hear stories of how this building became a symbol of innovation and luxury in Chicago retail history.

Look up at one of the world’s most famous skyscrapers and the tallest building in Chicago. Learn how Willis Tower redefined the city’s skyline, its innovative “bundled tube” design, and the story behind its enduring place in Chicago’s architectural identity.

Stand face-to-face with the mysterious 50-foot Picasso sculpture in Daley Plaza. Find out why the artist never explained his work and how it sparked Chicago’s reputation as an open-air museum of modern art.

Walk through Chicago’s most celebrated public space. See Cloud Gate (“the Bean”), Crown Fountain, and the Jay Pritzker Pavilion, and hear how these modern designs turned an old rail yard into the city’s gathering place.

Pause by the iconic bronze lions outside the Art Institute and learn about the museum’s Beaux-Arts architecture and role in the 1893 World’s Fair. Discover how art and architecture intertwine in this Chicago landmark.

Watch Chicago’s famous elevated trains loop around downtown and learn how this unique transit system shaped the city’s skyline, neighborhoods, and even the Loop’s name.

Stand at the official starting point of the legendary Route 66. Hear how Chicago became the launchpad for the “Mother Road” and how it connects the city’s architectural ambition to America’s love of travel.

Stand beneath the sweeping curve of Chase Tower, one of Chicago’s most striking modern skyscrapers.

Admire the grand neoclassical design of Chicago City Hall, a symbol of the city’s civic pride and resilience.