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A modern metropolis on the shores of Lake Michigan that’s defined by a love for fine art, baseball and the blues.

This enormous art deco installation gives free regular water and light shows symbolizing the power and might of Lake Michigan.

Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.

Bordered roughly by the surrounding elevated train circuit, this Chicago neighborhood has restaurants, galleries, parks and a giant silver bean.

Chicago’s front yard is a pretty landscaped park, which is home to public art displays, museums, themed gardens and international music festivals.

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront  entertainment district.

Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.

Live demonstrations provide a fascinating experience at this blacksmith shop, with anvils and fire pokers glowing red hot and bending to the might of the hammer.

Cross a swinging bridge and play disc golf in this fun park, which comes alive with theater performances on summer nights. 

Surrounded on three sides by powerful rivers, this region is richly textured with antebellum estates, farmland, vineyards and tracts of protected forest.

A dynamic village and suburb of Chicago with shopping centers, comedy clubs and a restaurant where you can watch medieval jousts. 

A dynamic village and suburb of Chicago with shopping centers, comedy clubs and a restaurant where you can watch medieval jousts. 

Enjoy the sun in this small but beautiful park, which is scattered with colorful flowerbeds, historic monuments and shaded picnic areas. 

A dynamic village and suburb of Chicago with shopping centers, comedy clubs and a restaurant where you can watch medieval jousts. 

Cross a swinging bridge and play disc golf in this fun park, which comes alive with theater performances on summer nights. 

A landmark gathering place for locals and visitors who come to admire the unique art, architecture and landscape.

A ferris wheel, shopping, restaurants and more can be found in this waterfront  entertainment district.