Chicago's the place to be!

Chicago, IL

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Chicago's the place to be!
  • Nov 07, 2008
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It's Obama's Chicago, and it may very well be the most talked about and most traveled to city in the past few days! As we elected Senator Barack Obama from Illinois to be the 44th President of the United States! As you discover a new city, check out some places a little of f the beaten path! And even some of the favorites of President-Elect Barack Obama!

Places on this Skoot

  • MacArthur's Restaurant

    5412 W Madison St , Chicago, IL :

    MacArthur's has been in the spot light lately as President-Elect Barack Obama mentioned it was one of his favorite places to eat! Fine southern food is on the menu, President-Elect Obama's favorite meal is turkey legs and dressing!

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  • The Art Institute of Chicago

    111 S. Michigan Ave. , Chicago, IL

    The Art Institute is as much a museum as it is a learning facility for the public with a graduate program housed within its walls. Their collection of art spans the ages as well as cultures from around the world. The museum offers guided or audio tours of their exhibitions.

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  • Millennium Park

    55 N Michigan Ave , Chicago, IL :

    Check out the Cloud Gate in Millennium Park! This interesting piece of art was finished in the Summer of 2005 by British Artist, Anish Kapoo. the 10-ton elliptical sculpture reflects the city sky line! It has now become a place where many brides and grooms head to take their wedding day photos!

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  • McCormick Freedom Museum

    435 N Michigan Ave , Chicago, IL :

    The Freedom Museum takes an interesting look into explaining our First Amendment rights. Opened in 2006 the museum encourages visitors to learn and understand their rights and freedoms guaranteed under the First Amendment.

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  • Evanston Historical Society Dawes House

    225 Greenwood St , Evanston, IL :

    The house of Vice President Charles Gate Dawes was named a historical landmark in 1976. The 25-room house built back in 1894 in one of many homes and public places that are part of the Evanston History Center, preserving the history of this small town!

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  • Northwestern University

    633 Clark St , Evanston, IL :

    President- Elect Barack Obama was the commencement speaker for the graduating class of 2006! Read his full address here:
    http://www.northwestern.edu/newscenter/stories/2006/06/barack.html

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