2008 Chicago Official Visitors Guide - (Page 58) see & do Libraries Chicago Public Library Harold Washington Library Center From the spectacular Grand Lobby to the Winter Garden, this architectural gem offers visitors a memorable experience. The Chicago Public Library showcases a vast collection of literature, science, history, business and technology, comprehensive information services, cultural programs, free Internet access and WiFi capabilities throughout. For more than 130 years, the Chicago Public Library has provided life-long learning to the people of Chicago. Mon.–Thurs. 9am–9pm, Fri. & Sat. 9am–5pm, Sun. 1pm–5pm. Closed most holidays. 400 S. State St., 312-747-4300 www.chicagopubliclibrary.org Museums Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum Opened in 1930 as the first planetarium in the Western Hemisphere, the Adler fuels the imagination of its visitors with all new exhibits, state-of-the-art computer technology in the world’s first StarRider Theater, while showcasing a renowned collection of historical astronomy artifacts, including one of the world’s oldest telescopes. Located on Lake Shore Dr. in Chicago’s Museum Campus. Hours: 9:30am–4:30pm Mon.–Fri.; 9:30am–4:30pm Sat. and Sun. Admission plus one show: $19 adults; $15 children (4–17) and $17 Chicago residents and seniors. Each additional show is $5. The first Friday of every month is Far Out Friday, 9am–10pm; admission charge: $20 for adults; $17 for children/senior citizens; $10 students; $5 Adler members. A family Star Pack is four for $60 (two adults/ two children or one adult/three children). 1300 S. Lake Shore Dr. 312-922-STAR, www.adlerplanetarium.org (Events) • Ongoing: Zula Patrol: Under the Weather, TimeSpace, Shoot for the Moon, Night Sky Live! • 3/7, 4/4, 5/2/2008: Far Out Friday • 5/10/08: Astronomy Day The Art Institute of Chicago Escape to the Art Institute and delight in treasured collections that have lured visitors from all over the world for more than a century. Journey through Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas as renowned works of art spanning 5,000 years inform and inspire you. Experience the artistic genius of Monet, Seurat, van Gogh, Cassatt, Hopper and more. Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. 10:30am–5pm; Thurs. 10:30am–8pm; Sat.–Sun. 10am–5pm. May 31–Aug. 31: Special extended hours Thurs. & Fri. until 9pm; after 5pm, enjoy free admission and shady outdoor dining with live music in the Garden Restaurant. Admission: Adults $12; children 12 and up, students and seniors $7; children under 12 free. 111 S. Michigan Ave., 312-443-3600 www.artic.edu (Exhibitions) • Ongoing: BIGsmall • 2/16/08–5/10/08: Edward Hopper • 2/16/08–5/10/08: Watercolors by Winslow Homer: The Color of Light • 3/1/08–6/1/08: Ed Ruscha and Photography • 2/16/08–5/10/08: The Construction Series: 2x4 Pritzker Military Library The Pritzker Military Library offers books, audiovisuals, prints, realia, magazines, speakers and online resources concentrating on military history, specifically the role of the Citizen Soldier. Mon.–Fri. 8:30am–4:30pm. 610 N. Fairbanks Ct., Second Fl., 312-587-0234 www.pritzkermilitarylibrary.org Charnley-Persky House Guided tours of this Louis Sullivan- and Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Gold Coast building, Wed. at noon and Sat. at 10am. 1365 N. Astor St. 312-915-0105 pg 58 £ Two ways to get more information: call 1-877-CHICAGO or go to choosechicago.com http://choosechicago.com
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