Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures
1155 E. 58th St., Chicago, IL 60637
Museums
Located in the Hyde Park neighborhood on the University of Chicago campus, the Oriental Institute Museum showcases the history, art and archaeology of the ancient Near East. Permanent collections focus on ancient Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Syria and Turkey. World-famous collection of artifacts from the ancient Middle East, including a recreation of an Assyrian palace and a 17-ft.-tall statue of King Tut.
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Chicago Pride Fest
Jun 20 – Jun 21
Chicago Pride Fest is a massive two-day pride celebration that takes over Northalsted every June.
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Chicago's Annual Pride Parade
Jun 28
Celebrate Chicago's LGBT community at the annual Pride Parade! The parade will feature floats, decorated vehicles and marching groups and more!
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Taste of Chicago - Grant Park
Grant Park • Jul 08 – Jul 12 @ 11AM
The 46th annual Taste of Chicago is bringing some of the city’s most iconic bites to lakefront Grant Park.
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Chicago Museum Campus
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Chicago’s amazing Museum Campus houses three of the city’s leading institutions all in one place.
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