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Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· 23d

🔔 The Bell Federal weather bell is coming back. One of the Loop's most recognizable signs will be restored to look & function as it originally did, with one major difference. Instead of a basement operator, forecasts will rely on modern technology https://bit.ly/4w9ummJ? 📸: Anthony Vazquez/Sun-Times

A weathered neon sign shaped like an oversized revolver with a metal bell hanging from the barrel is mounted on a building. Below, partially visible letters spell "Italian."

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· 24d

🎶 Heading to the Millennium Park Summer Music Series? Take a second to admire the venue, too. Frank Gehry’s Pritzker Pavilion is one of Chicago’s architectural gems. 💎 https://bit.ly/3GCeLae 📸: Pritzker Pavilion, Architect: Frank Gehry

A crowd of people are sitting on a lawn, watching a performance on a large screen at the Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Chicago. The pavilion's distinctive metallic structure is visible, with skyscrapers and trees in the background.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· 25d

Amazon's proposal for a major development on the SW side has received its first city approval. In addition to redeveloping an industrial site, Amazon has committed to adding significant green space as well as a two-acre park which will be donated to the Chicago Park District. https://bit.ly/4poH4ey

Aerial view of a large industrial warehouse surrounded by greenery and parking lots, set in a suburban area. The Chicago skyline is visible in the distance, providing an urban backdrop to the neighborhood.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· 25d

While you're in Pilsen this weekend enjoying the Tacos y Tamales Fest, take a moment to appreciate the murals. They are part of a decades-long tradition of telling Pilsen's story thru artwork. 🎨🌮 Tour w/us! https://bit.ly/4mkzzDo 📸: Murals at the 18th St Pink Line Station, artist: Francisco Mendoza

A vibrant mural at the 54th/Cermak station entrance displays an abstract face surrounded by concentric, colorful patterns in red, blue, purple, and orange. The top of the mural has a red sign with a train icon labeled "54th/Cermak" and "Loop.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· 26d

Let's goooooooo!! ℹ️ & 🎟️ : https://bit.ly/4hW7vDz

Chicago's Cloud Gate sculpture, often called "The Bean," is surrounded by visitors in Millennium Park. The skyline features tall buildings under a clear blue sky. The text promotes a tour of Chicago landmarks.

Chicago skyline featuring tall modernist buildings, including works by architect Mies van der Rohe. Text describes efforts to modernize Chicago after WWII led by Mies van der Rohe and Mayor Richard J. Daley. Promotes events titled "Modernism: Reviving the Loop" scheduled for Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at various times.

The image shows the interior of The Old Post Office with a grand, long hallway featuring tall columns and chandeliers. The floor is highly polished, reflecting the architectural details. Text in the image mentions The Old Post Office and provides details about tours on most Tuesdays at 11 a.m.

A historic brick building with arched windows and a prominent entrance, surrounded by a metal fence and a tree. The poster highlights a University of Illinois Chicago event, offering insights into Walter Netsch's architecture, ending with a Hull House visit. Dates and times are listed at the bottom.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· 28d

The Aragon Ballroom is 100 today! What shows have you seen at the Aragon? 📸: The Aragon Ballroom as it appeared shortly after its opening on July 14, 1926. (Chicago Tribune archive)

The image shows the exterior of the historic Aragon Ballroom in Chicago. The building features ornate architectural details and a tall vertical sign displaying "Aragon." Several vintage cars are parked along the street.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 12

26 public (no shark) beaches in the city of architecture is hard to beat. 📸: @cdats via Instagram

Aerial view of a crowded beach with numerous umbrellas dotting the sandy shore. Many people are seen both on the beach and swimming in the clear, turquoise water.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 11

We're not saying the architecture is better than the food at Taste of Chicago. We're just saying you should look up between bites. Happy eating, everyone! 😋 📸 : Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park, designed by Beaux-Arts architect, Edward Bennett

A large, ornate fountain with water jets reaching high into the sky, set against a background of skyscrapers. The skyline includes notable buildings from Chicago. The sky is clear with a few clouds.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 10

🌟 Another win for preservation in Chicago. First Immanuel Lutheran Church has received a preliminary recommendation to be designated a Chicago Landmark. Beyond its architecture, the church helped lead early integration efforts and hosted Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 1966. 📸: Steve Geer via iStock

A historic stone church with large arched windows and a prominent circular stained-glass window in the center. The facade features two tall towers and red double doors. The sky is clear and blue.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 9

☀️ ☀️ Summer time = tour time 🚶‍♂️‍➡️ 🚶‍♂️‍➡️ Check out these upcoming walking tours ⬇️

A large building with two domes and a detailed mural above the entrance, identified as Ukrainian Village. There is a flag on the right and trees surrounding the area. The text invites people to learn about early Ukrainian immigrants in Chicago maintaining their European identities. Various days and times for events are noted.

Brick building with teal pagoda-style structures at the entrance, featuring traditional Chinese architectural elements. Banners with Chinese characters adorn the entrance. Text reads: "Explore Chinatown. Learn about urban planning's impact on Chinatown and how the community has grown to reflect both traditional Chinese elements and Western influences. Select Thursdays & Saturdays, various times.

A modern glass building surrounded by trees on a clear day. The text reads: "Mies & Modernism: The IIT Campus. This tour traces the evolution of the campus with a special emphasis on the years during which Mies was the head of the School of Architecture. Select Wednesdays at 10 a.m. & select Saturday afternoons.

The image shows the exterior of O'Briens Pub with its signage and canopy visible. A tree partially obscures the view. Text below reads: "PUB TOUR: NEAR NORTH" with dates and times listed for events. Text describes the area's historical significance for Italian immigrants and its role as an entertainment district in Chicago.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 8

Architecture is for everyone. That's why we're excited to once again take part in My Block, My Hood, My City's Downtown Day, welcoming young people primarily from Chicago’s South and West sides to learn, explore, and build at the CAC. https://bit.ly/4cJLJQQ

A person wearing a "My Block My Hood My City" t-shirt and a baseball cap is focused on assembling white LEGO pieces. The background shows a model of a cityscape with tall buildings.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 7

🧊 Icehenge could be yours! Frank Gehry's iconic front desk at the Inland Steel building is going up for auction. https://bit.ly/4vT7GXG 📸: Lee Bey/Sun-Times

A modern reception area with a unique desk and columns made of large, translucent, greenish crystal-like materials. White curtains are in the background, and the floor has a dark speckled pattern. There are two monitors on the desk and an office chair behind it.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 7

Get your popcorn...it's time to learn about the St. Regis. 🎥 Check out this video with docent Wayne.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 5

Do you love Chicago's courtyard buildings? They may soon be on the National Register of Historic Places. https://bit.ly/3R1g1sZ 📸: Tyler Pasciak LaRiviere/Sun-Times

Elegant courtyard of a historic building, featuring a central fountain, manicured lawns, and symmetrical pathways lined with shrubs and flowers. The surrounding architecture displays classic stonework and numerous windows.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 4

Happy 4th! Have fun and stay safe! 💥 📸: @nick.sinnott via Instagram

A nighttime scene at Navy Pier in Chicago features vibrant fireworks exploding in the sky. The illuminated Ferris wheel is reflected in the water below, along with colorful city lights.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 3

Wrigley Field opened in 1914, but some of its most iconic features, including the ivy and hand-operated scoreboard came later. Learn more, including who suggested planting the ivy: https://bit.ly/4eNinDC

A historical black and white photograph of a baseball game at Wrigley Field. The stadium is filled with spectators, and two players are visible near the home plate. The iconic grandstand with flags flies above the audience.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jul 2

Want to know more about Chicago? Start with these tours: ℹ️ & 🎟️ : https://bit.ly/4hW7vDz

Image of a tall, historic building with large columns located at a street corner in Chicago. The building is surrounded by modern skyscrapers. Text on the image reads, "Chicago Icons: Connecting Past & Present. We'll compare and contrast a wide range of buildings with varying architectural styles and see how older structures connect to new skyline additions. Three weekly departures.

Exterior view of an ornate, historic building in Chicago with decorative metalwork, reflecting nearby architecture. Text describes a tour of Chicago's historic buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Tours have daily departures.

A tall, cylindrical skyscraper with balconies, known as Marina City, is prominently featured against a blue sky with clouds. To the right is a sleek, dark building. Text on image: "Intro to Chicago Architecture. Learn the inside stories behind 130 years of architectural innovation and the bold visionaries who imagined, designed, and built Chicago's iconic skyline. Various days & times.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 29

Chicago is known for trunnion bascule bridges, but this one works differently— a vertical-lift span that rises between two towers. 📸: @barrybutler9 via Instagram

A river with moored boats is shown at sunset, framed by industrial bridges. In the background, the Chicago skyline, including Willis Tower, stands against a vividly colored sky.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 25

It's time to get out and explore. What are you waiting for? https://bit.ly/4hW7vDz

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 23

Yep. This really is the most beautiful city in the world. Special shoutout to all those stunning trunnion bascule bridges. 🤩 📸: sekrety_jc

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 22

A great conversation on the Obama Presidential Center with Tod Williams & Billie Tsien, joined by Matthew Bird, Renauld Deandre Mitchell, and CAC’s Eleanor Esser Gorski.

A large, modern building at dusk, possibly a cultural or public institution, with a distinctive design featuring textured stone and large illuminated windows. The building is surrounded by a landscaped area with trees and pathways. In the background, there is a view of a cityscape with several high-rise buildings. A road with streetlights and some vehicles runs alongside the building.

A modern building with a sleek, angular design and glass facade, identified as the "Home Court." It is surrounded by landscaped pathways and greenery. Several people walk along the paths in front. The sky is clear with a few wispy clouds.

A person sits on a long bench in a modern room with floor-to-ceiling windows, overlooking a scenic view of greenery and a body of water. The walls display framed images, and the space features minimalist design elements.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 21

He studied in Paris, fought in the Civil War, rushed to California to find gold, and helped design Chicago’s parks. Then he changed Chicago's skyline forever. Happy Father’s Day to the father of the skyscraper, William LeBaron Jenney. https://bit.ly/47PaGcV

This is a black and white portrait of an individual with short hair and a long beard, wearing a suit. The image has a vintage style and appears to be an engraving.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 20

Just a little reminder to keep looking up when you're in Chicago. 👀 📸: @thekoolaidman via Instagram

A stunning sunset view of Chicago's skyline, with Willis Tower prominently silhouetted against a sky painted with vibrant hues of orange, pink, and blue. The city's buildings reflect the colorful twilight, while the foreground features rippling water.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 19

“More than any other city in the United States, Chicago is an architecture town.” — Billie Tsien 🎥 A quick look at the architects behind the Obama Presidential Center: Billie Tsien + Tod Williams.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 18

✨ New perk for families! ✨ Stop by the Chicago Architecture Center box office before you head to the boat to pick up a complimentary Activity Kit! This hands-on kit keeps young explorers busy and inspired! https://bit.ly/4fMiM8k

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 17

Ok, who is next?! Joabe Barbosa just ran every street in every neighborhood in Chicago. More than 4000 miles! Huge congrats, Joabe! You are an inspiration. 👏 https://bit.ly/4ec5l3G 📸: Zoey Duchene/Block Club Chicago

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 16

ℹ️ & 🎟️ : https://bit.ly/4hW7vDz

A brightly colored, vertical sign for Simon's Tavern in Andersonville features a large neon fish. The sign displays "Simon's" and "Est 1934" in neon letters. Below is text about a pub tour event in Andersonville, mentioning its Swedish roots, local businesses, and cultural spots. Event dates and times are listed.

The image shows an ivy-covered building on the University of Chicago campus, featuring historic architecture. There is a promotional text inviting exploration of the campus, highlighting its quadrangles, contemporary buildings, and award-winning landscaping, available on select Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

The image shows a bustling scene along the Chicago Riverwalk West. People are walking and relaxing by the river, with trees lining the path. Tall buildings and a bridge are visible in the background. The text mentions this area as part of Chicago's linear park, a popular spot for outdoor recreation.

A scenic view of Lincoln Park in Chicago with a clear blue sky and city skyline in the background. The text reads: "Lincoln Park: From Cemetery to Sculpture Garden. Take a pleasant walk through Chicago’s beautiful Lincoln Park—a former lakeside cemetery turned recreation destination. Select Fridays & Sundays at various times.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 15

😮 Looking for FREE summer shows in the city? Check out Art on the Mart, June 4–September 6, 9–9:30 p.m. ✨ Pro tip: head to the south bank of the Riverwalk between Wells and Orleans for the best view.

A nighttime cityscape featuring the brightly lit Merchandise Mart in Chicago, with colorful reflections on the river. Surrounding skyscrapers enhance the urban scene.

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 15

Don’t just go to Open House Chicago, be part of it! 4 volunteer hours gets you priority access all weekend. https://www.architecture.org/open-house-chicago/volunteer

Chicago Architecture Center@chiarchitecture· Jun 13

Postmodernism architecture, emerging in the 1980s–90s, is all about storytelling through bold design. The Harold Washington Library is one of the city's most recognizable Postmodern buildings. https://bit.ly/3NaJFXf