So called because this stretch of Dearborn once housed a variety of publishing houses, Printer's Row is now a collection of shops, restaurants and finely restored buildings. This is a pleasant place for a stroll, as the turn-of-the-century buildings recall a bygone era. Stop inside the Printer's Row Hilton if you can. The building was recently restored to its former glory.
The Four Seasons Mosaic is a 70 feet long, 14 feet high and 10 feet wide fabulous masterpiece. This artistic mosaic has been created by Marc Chagall. Located in the Chase Tower Plaza, this mosaic work is wrapped around a wall resembling a rectangular box. An artists gift to the city of Chicago, this magnificent art is truly amazing!
The question was not whether General John Logan should have a memorial erected in his honor. Rather, the question was, Which moment in his life should we honor? He could be celebrated for his role as an Illinois congressman or for his efforts to make Memorial Day a national holiday. Sculptor Augustus Saint Gaudens chose, instead, to celebrate his heroism. He depicted General Logan seated on his horse holding the opposition's flag after going behind enemy lines to win a Civil War battle. This is one of several statues in Grant Park that are illuminated at night.
Jutting out from the Willis Tower, 1,353 feet above the sprawling Chicagoland metropolis below, Skydeck Chicago offers visitors an unrivaled view of the entire expanse of America's Second City, Chicago. After an express elevator ride to the country's highest observation deck, visitors are free to explore 360º views of the city below. For an additional fee, guests can purchase a guided audio tour of some of the sights visible from the extendable viewing booths that protrude from the building's exterior.
The Supreme Life Building was the headquarters of the Liberty Life Insurance company. It was operated and owned by an African-American collaboration which had bought this building in 1924. In the year 1929 there was a merger, which formed the Supreme Life Insurance Company of America. The company renovated the original classical-style facade with porcelain-metal panels. This was done in order to survive the Great Depression. All in all, this place is a must-visit on your trip to Chicago.
