Chicago September 16-20. what to do

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07-07-2010, 05:41 AM

Gabbystabber

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I will be in downtown Chicago September 16-20. Is there anything quilt related for me to see or do? Sure would appreciate some feedback. Thanks

07-07-2010, 02:39 PM

QuiltingGrannie

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Not quilt related, but if you have time, go visit Navy Pier! It's a pier right on the lake, great to just walk and watch the water, the people and there are shops there also.

I try to visit it each time we are in Chicago! DH's sister and family live there. We were there earlier this year, but didn't get to go to Navy Pier. :(

07-07-2010, 02:46 PM

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MUST find the popcorn stores for fresh carmel and cheese popcorn - get them mixed together - wait in line if necessary - you won't regret it.

07-07-2010, 03:02 PM

ckcowl

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JANE SASSMAN'S STUDIO!!! I love Jane's stuff!!! she is in Chicago. there are other places, i will have to engage my thinking cap...but try to get to Jane's

07-07-2010, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Gabbystabber

I am going to be in downtown Chicago September 16-20 and would like to know if there is anything quilt related to see or do in the city. Any other suggestions would be appreciated too. Thanks

I know most of us just want to do "quilty" things, but if this is your first visit to Chicago here are some must sees:

Field Museum http://www.fieldmuseum.org

Museum of Science and Industry http://www.msichicago.org/
Grant Park--Buckingham Fountain (especially at night) http://www.cpdit01.com/resources/buc...m_fountain.cfm

I could go on and on...so much to do there. I am a Chicago native. :D