Illinois

Quirky Attraction: International Museum of Surgical Science (Chicago)

Chicago’s International Surgical Science Museum is the place to find vintage wheelchairs, surgery-themed artwork, and medical artifacts.

Olney is a quirky small town known for its large population of albino squirrels. I set out to find them.

If you’re forced to live on a pauper budget due to circumstance, you can still get by in most cities.

I’ve written a book! It’s a guide to visiting Chicago, with tips for checking out both the iconic tourist sites and the lesser-known local hotspots.

There’s a leaning tower just outside Chicago that is half the size of the famous Pisa attraction.

Find statues of Dorothy, Toto, the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion in Chicago’s Oz Park.

The Green Mill jazz club is about as Chicago as it gets. Visit the club today to see dancing to old-time music.

Check out a photo essay of flowers, fruit plants, cacti, ferns and more from the Garfield Park Conservatory.

Here’s the scoop on Chicago’s improv and comedy scene, including top venues and shows, plus how to score cheap tickets.

From deep dish to donuts to ethnic restaurants, a look at the Windy City’s tastiest and most famous food.