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The Museum of Broadcast Communications (312) 396-0103
360 N. State Street, Chicago, IL 60610
Gina Doyle
In fall 2006 the Angel Harvey Center at the MBC will accommodate 400 for a sit-down dinner and 500 theater style in this completely wired state-of-the-art room. This space will also feature an outdoor Garden Terrace overlooking State Street.
Cuneo Museum & Gardens (847) 362-3042
1350 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 Fax: (847) 362-4130
Pam Adams
An opulent Italian villa overlooks gardens, lawns & antique statuary. Step through a columned walkway as the wedding procession begins. Treasure these moments in this unique garden setting. Celebrate at the Cuneo!
John G. Shedd Aquarium (312) 692-3274
1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605 Fax: (312) 939-3793
Denis Frankenfield
Entertain 50-800 guests overlooking world's largest indoor marine mammalpavilion & aquarium. Enjoy jewel-like displays of Tropical Fish, Sea Otter, Penguins, Dolphins & Beluga Whales plus breathtaking views of Chicago's skyline.
Lincoln Park Zoo (312) 742-2000
2001 N. Clark, IL 60614 Fax: (312) 742-2306
Bryan Anderson
Lincoln Park Zoo, along Chicago's scenic lakefront, is the perfect setting to host any event for 10 to 10,000 guests. Celebrate in one of 11 animal houses or choose the entire zoo. For information call 312/742-2000.
Museum of Contemporary Art (312) 397-4048
220 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60611 Fax: (312) 397-4095
Rental Events Department
Dramatic event spaces with city views, a 300-seat theater, a private meeting center, conference room, and a stunning terrace and sculpture garden over-looking Lake Michigan. Custom catering by Wolfgang Puck Catering.
Adler Planetarium & Astronomy Museum (312) 922-STAR(7827)
1300 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60605 Fax: (312) 322-2257
Colleen Duke
Dine beneath stars, dance among planets at Chicago's lakefront star. On Lake Michigan, the Adler offers an extraordinary location for private events. Bonuses such as sky shows & telescope viewing can make your party extra-stellar.
Museum of Science and Industry (773) 684-9844
57th Street and Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60637 Fax: (773) 684-3510
Ellen L. Biedke
Amazing spaces & unique exhibits offer perfect backdrop for any special event. Accommodates a business meeting for 15 to a gala for 5000. On-site Special Events team, Sodexho USA, will work with you through entire planning process.
The Newberry Library (312) 255-3595
60 W. Walton St., Chicago, IL 60610 Fax: (312) 255-3513
Karen Skubish
Restored 1890's grandeur in the Gold Coast. Banquets, receptions, concerts and lectures up to 275 people. Smaller rooms up to 75. Exhibits open, parking available. Include elegance and history at your next event.
The Hancock Observatory (312) 751-3680
John Hancock Center - 94th Floor, 875 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611 Fax: (312) 751-3675
Randy Stancik
The new 94th floor observatory offers guests an alternative to the usual restaurant & hotel-based events. Guests can view up to four states & “Skywalk” 1,000 feet above the Magnificent Mile on Chicago’s highest open-air viewing deck!
Chicago Botanic Garden (847) 835-8370
1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL 60022 Fax: (847) 242-6318
Facility Rental Coordinator
A beautiful, unique site for your next special event, business meeting, corporate function, gala or wedding reception. Set on 385 lush acres, the garden offers indoor and outdoor sites for year-round events.
The Smart Museum of Art (773) 612-1536
5550 S. Greenwood Ave., Chicago, IL 60637 Fax: (773) 702-3121
Sarah Polachek
Unique design of the Museum lobby provides an architecturally striking space suitable for intimate gatherings, stand up receptions & elegant sit-down dinners. The lovely outdoor Elden sculpture garden can be tented for larger events.
International Museum of Surgical Science (312) 642-6502 ext.3130
1524 N. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60610 Fax: (312) 642-9516
Marnie Dawson
This historic mansion is a distinctive venue available for special events & tours. Lectures, meetings, receptions & dinners hosted at the Museum offer guests an elegant setting, interesting exhibits & breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. Minutes from Downtown Chicago.
Chicago History Museum (312) 799-2254
1601 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614 Fax: (312) 266-8377
Audra Young
A major museum & research center for Chicago & American History. The Chicago Room features Georgian style architecture, eight windows with views of Lincoln Park, ten cases filled with backlit stained glass, state-of-the-art technology & an outdoor plaza.
Lake County Discovery Museum (847) 968-3390
27277 Forest Preserve Dr., Wauconda, IL 60084 Fax: (847) 526-0024
Debbie King
Nationally accredited & award-winning museum, in historic buildings in Lakewood Forest Preserve. Perfect location for corp. mtgs, retreats, weddings, receptions, reunions & birthdays. Up to 75 indoors; 300 in our tented courtyard.
Arts Center of Oak Park (708) 366-3981
200 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 Fax: (708) 366-6909
Chatka Ruggiero
Magnificent neo-classical bldg. with carmel-leaded glass windows, torchieries, lge. lobby, 700 seat auditorium with small mtg. room, organ, grand piano & The Ernest Hemingway Museum. Ideal for lectures, concerts, meetings, recitals etc.
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum (773) 755-5155
2430 N. Cannon Dr., Chicago, IL 60614 Fax: (773) 755-5188
Barbara Siska
Planning the perfect event is second nature to us. Imagine your event amid the natural beauty of Lincoln Park. Indoor and outdoor spaces offer airy elegance with incomparable views of North Pond, Lake Michigan, and Chicago's skyline.
The Field Museum (312) 665-7600
1400 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60605 Fax: (312) 665-7601
Alan Smetana
The Field Museum, overlooking Lake Michigan and Chicago's breathtaking skyline, is located less than a mile from downtown Chicago. Explore world-class exhibits, while cocktailing on the balcony or dining in the grand hall.
Elmhurst Art Museum (630) 834-0202
150 Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst, IL 60126 Fax: (630) 834-0234
April Arnold
Elmhurst Art Museum's award winning structure contains a dramatic glass entrance gallery overlooking Wilder Park and four two-story galleries. The space incorporates architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe's McCormick House.
DuSable Museum of African American History (773) 947-0600
740 East 56th Place, Chicago, IL 60637 Fax: (773) 947-0677
Tracey Williams
The DuSable Museum of African American History provides an outstanding backdrop for meetings, fundraisers, receptions, theatrical performances, concerts, teleconferencing and other special events. We have non-profit rates and tours.
Naper Settlement (630) 420-6010
523 S. Webster St., Naperville, IL 60540 Fax: (630) 305-5255
Rentals
Naper Settlement offers 19th Century ambience for your next event. Chapel available for weddings, special ceremonies. Historic rooms for parties, business meetings from 44 to 150. Grounds rentals for picnics or tented receptions.
Kohl Children's Museum of Greater Chicago (847) 832-6600
2100 Patriot Boulevard, Glenview, IL 60026 Fax: (847) 724-6557
Emily Dolan
Opening Fall 2005! A new 46,700 sq.ft. facility to entertain 30-600 guests in both indoor and outdoor facilities. A perfect venue for benefits, corporate functions and special events including birthdays, bar mitzvahs and weddings.

 
     
 

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