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Smart Museum
5550 S Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA- Spaces for 70-175 Guests
- 1 Museum
- 1 Landmark
The Smart Museum is a unique and economical venue for your special occasion, having been named to the Knot's list of 10 best museums for a wedding. The Smart's beautiful Ratner Reception Gallery and outdoor Elden Sculpture Garden, which feature large-scale art and sculptures, provide crisp, contemporary venues appropriate for a wide range of events, including wedding receptions, smaller meetings, and corporate entertaining. You and your guests will have the option to tour the Museum's galleries privately during your event. On request, tours of our special exhibitions and permanent collection can be arranged. Under the guidance of Vinci/Hamp Architects, the Museum's interior was reorganized and restored in 1999, and now has a wide, light-filled greeting hall as well as a succession of smaller galleries. Availability After hours, on weekday and weekend evenings, the Smart Museum's reception gallery and sculpture garden are available for hire. We encourage making bookings well in advance to ensure that you can enjoy your special event at the Smart. Inquire about renting our sculpture garden for larger events. Email Sarah Polachek or call 773.702.5785 for additional information about event options, cost, and availability. The Smart has been guided by an educational mission centered on teaching and research, as well as a dedication to making the arts accessible to the University community and the general public through its collection and special exhibitions, since its inception. The Smart is still an experimental institution dedicated to great ideas now, as it was in the past. Our 40th anniversary was a stimulus for us to reflect on and redefine the Smart's basic processes in 2014–2015, with a special focus on teaching, interpretation, and interaction.

Roselle Park District
555 W Bryn Mawr Ave, Roselle, IL 60172, USA- Spaces for 50-200 Guests
- 3 Outdoor Spaces
- 5 Meeting Spaces
- 7 Total Spaces
The Roselle Park District offers a range of indoor and outdoor rental spaces for private events in Roselle, Illinois. Operating out of the Clauss Recreation Center and several additional park locations, the district provides flexible facilities for birthday parties, bridal and baby showers, corporate meetings, family reunions, holiday parties, and community gatherings. Indoor options include the Maple Room at the Clauss Recreation Center — a divisible space seating up to 100 guests — and the full-sized gymnasium, which accommodates up to 200 guests and can be split in half for smaller events. The 10 North facility on Roselle Road houses two private suites, each equipped with AV access and a kitchenette, suited for corporate meetings and small celebrations. The Scout Lodge, a self-access facility, seats up to 70 guests and includes patio and playground access. Outdoors, Turner Park offers a covered pavilion for up to 150 guests and a gazebo for up to 50 guests, both set within a park featuring a pond, walking path, and recreational courts. All rentals are arranged through the district's rentals team and require a minimum of two weeks' notice to reserve.

Itasca Country Club
400 E Orchard St, Itasca, IL 60143, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
Itasca Country Club boasts a rich history, dating back to its organization in 1925 by B.B. Clover. Soon after, in 1928, the club was purchased by William Lyons who remained an integral part of the club until his retirement in 1985. The Itasca Country Club has been a staple in the community for over 90+ years and is a designated historical landmark by the Village of Itasca's Historical Preservation Committee and has been honored as a "Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary" by the National Audubon Society. We celebrate our colorful past while also continuing to build new memories for our members and their families. Today the Itasca Country Club is a family friendly private country club with a beautiful golf course, pool and banquet facility located in the heart of Itasca, IL. We offer a bocce ball court in the warmer months and an ice rink in the winter months to our members, as well as a family game room and a full service restaurant, the Fox & Turtle, which is open to the public. Our banquet and catering space is open to the public and we also host several golf events on select dates. As of 2017 we're thrilled to announce a brand new pool deck!

Emerald Green Restaurant
1001 W 129th St, Hammond, IN 46320, USA- Spaces for 240 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Country Club
The Emerald Green at the Lost Marsh Golf Course occupies the second floor of a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired prairie-style clubhouse in Hammond, Indiana, opened in 2009. Perched above the fairways of Lost Marsh, the restaurant and event facility offers views of Wolf Lake, the golf course, and the Chicago skyline on clear days — a backdrop that sets it apart from the typical indoor banquet venue. The Emerald Green's 240-seat banquet hall can be configured in sections or opened fully for larger gatherings, accommodating weddings, corporate events, showers, and private parties. A separate conference room is available for business meetings and smaller group functions. The facility is open to the public — not exclusively for golfers — and the space's flexible layout suits a range of event styles and sizes.

Pearl Banquets & Conference Center
1490 W Lake St, Roselle, IL 60172, USA- Spaces for 156-1,001 Guests
- 4 Ballrooms
- 4 Event Spaces
- 1 Convention Center
For you, our client, Pearl Banquets and Conference Center improves every type of special occasion celebration, party, and essential business gathering. Among the wide spectrum of social and commercial events we arrange, memorable weddings are our expertise. Our meticulous planners are known for their competence and adaptability, allowing them to perfectly personalize each party and make your every fantasy event a reality. The state-of-the-art private environment at Pearl Banquets and Conference Center is described as luxurious and convenient. At our facility, minutes from the motorway, we offer you economically priced packages and possibilities. The nearby Holiday Inn Express Hotel makes it handy for both local and out-of-town visitors. Our talented staff of chefs can prepare a large range of authentic, tasty Indian and other worldwide ethnic foods. Food that is kosher and Halal is also offered. We take pleasure in our preferred vendor list, which we compiled based on our own and our customers' experiences. Photographers, videographers, musicians, and DJs are among the favorite vendors, as are florists and luxury automobile rentals. From modest gatherings to big galas, our skilled party organizers have planned events of all kinds and types. We treat every event with the same care and attention to detail, regardless of the size, from 50 to 650 guests seated banquet-style (750 cocktail-style) to 1,000 seated theater-style.

Franco's Ristorante
300 W 31st St, Chicago, IL 60616, USAFranco's Ristorante is the perfect place to host your next private event. Book Franco's for birthdays, anniversary parties, bridal showers, engagement parties, Christenings and holiday parties.

Creek Bend Nature Center
37W700 Dean St, St. Charles, IL 60175, USA- Spaces for 175 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
Are you planning an outdoor wedding? Within LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve, Creek Bend Nature Center features all of the lovely views you can imagine. Creek Bend Nature Center can accommodate your special occasion. On the banks of Ferson Creek in St. Charles, this quaint venue is set within the picturesque LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve. This stunning venue will elevate your occasion from ordinary to outstanding. The facilities and grounds are provided by us. You add the finishing touches to make the occasion truly yours. Creek Bend Nature Center will elevate your occasion to the next level. Wednesdays from 3-7 p.m., take a tour of the venue. Wednesday evening showings do not require an appointment. At 37W700 Dean St., St. Charles, Illinois, we are part of the LeRoy Oakes Forest Preserve. At Creek Bend Nature Center, we can accommodate up to 175 people. Since 1925, the Forest Conserve District has worked to preserve and restore Kane County's natural regions, increase wildlife habitat, and improve Kane County citizens' quality of life. We invite you to take a quiet walk through the forest preserves, go camping for the weekend, have a picnic with friends and family, learn about nature, bird watch, fish, golf, ride, volunteer, or simply enjoy the beauty of our more than 23,000 acres of forests, marshes, and grasslands. There's lots to see and do in your Kane County forest preserves at any time of year. Our Purpose To acquire, hold, and maintain lands in Kane County that contribute to the conservation of natural and historic resources, habitats, flora and fauna; and to restore, restock, protect, and preserve such lands for environmental education, recreation, pleasure, and well-being of all Kane County residents.

South Shore Cultural Center
7059 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649, USA- Spaces for 20-500 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 3 Landmarks
- 5 Total Spaces
The South Shore Cultural Center (originally the South Shore Country Club) is a cultural facility in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago that has been designated as a Chicago Landmark (2004) and is on the National Register of Historic Places (1975). This cultural center was established in 1905 and restored in 1916. After a large community campaign led by the Chicago Park District and historic preservationists, the Chicago Park District purchased this historic building in 1975 and restored it as a historic landmark. The South Shore Cultural Center is spread out over 70.84 acres. This facility has a solarium, formal dining hall, and the Paul Robeson Theater, and it has a lovely country club-like décor. A natural refuge and a butterfly garden are among the park's green attractions. A nine-hole golf course, a beach, and open places for picnics and walks are available outside. Our solarium, dining room, and theater are just a few of the venues that can be rented. Dance, music, art, health, culinary arts, fitness, and other cultural programs and classes are available to park visitors of all ages. Textile art, drawing & painting, mixed media art, and ceramics are among the new adult art workshops offered by South Shore. During the school year, after-school activities are available, and during the summer, children can attend the Chicago Park District's popular six-week day camp. Aside from programs, the South Shore Cultural Center provides entertaining special events for the entire family throughout the year, such as holiday-themed events. South Shore Cultural Center Arts Partners: As the jewel of the South Lakefront, South Shore Cultural Center is happy to provide the surrounding community with a range of culturally rich activities. After School Matters, Chicago Music Association, Chicago Modern Orchestra Project, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Civic Orchestra of Chicago, Court Theatre, Hatha Yoga, South Chicago Dance Theatre, South Shore Advisory Council, and South Shore Opera Company are just a few of the organizations that have helped make these programs possible. Please contact the South Shore Cultural Center for additional information on these collaborations and programs.

Garfield Park Conservatory
300 N Central Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60624, USA- Spaces for 50-400 Guests
- 4 Museums
- 1 Outdoor
- 4 Total Spaces
As one of the largest botanical conservatories in the nation this is a lush hideaway to escape to- or celebrate in. 10 acres of outdoor gardens sit here just waiting for you to take advantage of this lush wonderland. The fast paced streets of Chicago as well as your responsibilities melt away here, in this lovely escape that transports you away from city life. Have your next event here and work with their events people to create a getaway celebration unlike any other. Transport your guests somewhere else and dine and dance among nature that wows! It's exactly what you were looking for- now all you have to do it add your vision. Your next event will be unforgettable at the Garfield Conservatory.

The Stadium Club at U.S. Cellular Field - Levy Restaurants
333 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA- Spaces for 700 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Event Space
From the stadium to the top table, Levy creates remarkable experiences by combining unfettered creativity, custom strategy, flawless service, and a genuine passion for great food. Larry and Mark Levy bought D.B. Kaplan's Delicatessen in Chicago's Water Tower Place in 1978. Levy Restaurants was founded with the help of their mother, Eadie, and some traditional family recipes. Larry and Mark enlisted the help of their mother, Eadie, in the deli. Eadie Levy became known as our "Company Mom" after that. The concept of sports catering was born. At the former Comiskey Park in 1982, Levy pioneered the concept of excellent dining in stadiums (then home of the Chicago White Sox). We expanded our services to include Wrigley Field in 1985, and the rest is history. Our retail expansion has been amazing, from a 50th anniversary clothing line for the St. Louis Blues to a Chicago Cubs pop-up shop along the Magnificent Mile. We opened off 2017 with huge news, the debut of Rank + Rally, our retail subsidiary, with new partners the Vegas Golden Knights and the Brooklyn Nets adding to our roster. Regardless of how you want to celebrate, our assortment has something for everyone. We're thrilled to collaborate with some of the world's largest and best events, from the Grammys to the NHL All-Star Game, College Baseball to the US Open courts. Action! Lights, camera, action! Conventions don't need to be boring. From the first mouthful to the last, our access to important monuments and team of culinary and hospitality professionals make business meetings and social events extraordinary.

Lynfred Winery
15 S Roselle Rd, Roselle, IL 60172, USA- Spaces for 60-100 Guests
- 1 Winery
The distinctive environment of Lynfred Winery is ideal for your next private event, wedding, or business conference. From a simple evening of wine and cheese pairings to formal soirees served on exquisite Italian porcelain, we offer a variety of beautiful, exclusive wine-themed experiences. Whatever your requirements, we will work with you to create a unique event that will delight both you and your guests. All group activities hosted at Lynfred Winery are open to attendees who are 21 years of age or older. Most events require a minimum of twelve guests. Depending on the occasion, the maximum number of visitors ranges from 20 to 60. Private activities are held seven days a week, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., from January to September. Due to production and other scheduled activities, availability may be limited. In the mid-1970s, Lynn and Fred bought the Fenz Home, a one-acre property near the intersection of Roselle and Irving Park roads in Roselle, Illinois, which had already been historically significant: it had been inhabited by Colonel Roselle Hough, after whom the city is named. The Hattendorf family erected the structure in 1912, and Fred and Lynn rebuilt it, keeping the original detail and modifying it to serve the winemaking operation. Fortunately, the more than 18-inch thick cellar walls provide optimum temperature control for aging wines. Lynfred Winery, founded by Fred and Lynn in 1979, produces 5,000 gallons of wine in seven varieties. Lynfred has held true to its promise of producing exceptional wines over the years. Fred began construction on a 24,000 square foot state-of-the-art winemaking facility in 1990. While Lynn and Fred have both passed, their "small winery" rose to prominence in the winemaking world, and they left a dedicated team to lead Lynfred Winery into the future.

Room43
1039 E 43rd St, Chicago, IL 60653, USA- Spaces for 150-299 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Room43 Event Venue is a fully customisable area that is ideal for any special occasion. This 9,000-square-foot venue has two bi-level event suites with magnificent open space that can accommodate up to 450 people. Room43 can handle events ranging from weddings, intimate receptions, and private parties to celebrations, conferences, and workshops; galas, lifestyle events, fashion exhibits, art showings, movies, and performances... The building uses materials and textures that feel like existing textures from the historic North Kenwood/Oakland region, such as exposed brick, natural light, and wood floors, to name a few, fusing elegance with inspiration from natural elements. Separate levels for generating diverse surroundings, including tables, available seats, room set-up, cash bar(s) and bartender(s), multiple exits for each floor, and easy access for cars and load-ins were all considered when designing the Room43 Event Venue. The main event space at ROOM43 in North Kenwood has a spectacular entrance that welcomes guests into an open and spacious room. Exposed brick, hefty timber columns, and hardwood floors showcase the small yet large historic characteristics, which are both industrial and elegant. It has a beautiful basement level with a large prep kitchen. Corporate events, retail pop-ups, holiday parties, weddings, rehearsal dinners, engagement parties, non-profit events, and a variety of other celebrations can all be held here. Custom catering and bar packages, customized décor and furniture design, specialized seating configurations, and audio/visual capabilities can help you realize your vision. The regular event package includes six hours of event time, as well as cleanup. Clients are responsible for keeping the Venue clean in a reasonable manner. This includes cleaning and removing all catering, musical, and other equipment from the Venue. Setup time will be two hours prior to the event. By the time specified in the Venue agreement, all events must be completely departed.

Vertiport Chicago
1339 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60608, USAThe state-of-the-art amenities at Vertiport Chicago cater to the specific needs of helicopter passengers. From a 30,000 sq ft hangar with a private maintenance bay and 24/7 line service, to a dedicated business center and office space, Vertiport offers a premier FBO experience to all of its clientele. Vertiport Chicago is North America's largest helicopter landing facility, with 30,000 square feet of event space in the manner of an industrial helicopter hangar. This uncommon find offers a completely transformable area with many branding possibilities and the city's easiest load in and load out. Vertiport is situated on a 10-acre private property with a 5-acre tarmac and spectacular views of the Chicago skyline. The tarmac can be used for guest parking, additional outdoor areas, or to triple the event's footprint by tenting it. This location is ideal for car shows, sporting activities, and large-scale private/corporate gatherings. Our venue serves as a blank canvas that can be converted into any size or kind of event. Full-service, on-site planning is provided as an option to help with all the specifics. The return of a dedicated commercial helicopter facility to Chicago is marked by Vertiport Chicago. Vertiport Chicago, North America's largest and Chicago's only vertical helicopter landing facility, opened in April 2015. The company’s expansive facility serves as a Fixed Base Operation (FBO) for helicopter owners and operators and is located on ten acres of land boasting 30,000 square feet of hangar space, 11,700 square feet of office space, a 24-hour refueling station, a single take off and landing spot and eight helicopter parking spots. Because of its location in the Illinois Medical District, Vertiport has become an ideal center for EMS services, handling emergency medical flights for neighboring hospitals.

Virtue
1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615, USA- Spaces for 70-150 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
At Virtue, we welcome you and your visitors with hospitality and care. Optional features include: - Up to 80 people can be seated for a dinner or business meeting. - Up to 150 people can attend a standing reception in the dining room and bar. - Only in our bar will there be a standing reception for up to 80 people. - Valet parking is available at the Hyatt, which is just steps away from our entrance, as well as a paid parking lot immediately south of our location, all of which are ADA accessible. - Please fill out the form on our website for all queries, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible. Virtue is a Southern American restaurant in Chicago's Hyde Park area that leads with a culture of hospitality and generosity. We've worked hard to make a welcoming, honest, and considerate environment. We take pleasure in providing unpretentious service, on-time delivery, and, most importantly, fantastic value. At Virtue, we use traditional techniques to create both familiar and unexpected flavors. We look forward to seeing you soon. We didn't get here on our own or in our own time. We stand on the shoulders of both distant and recent ancestors. They are the ones who have given birth to who we are and who we will become. We would have no space to dream, explore, or pursue our dreams if it weren't for their hardships, commitment to freedom, and spirit of hope. We are humbled and grateful for their unwavering commitment to equality. We appreciate those who have pushed us in a way that both slows us down and strengthens us. Thank you to all of our past and current loving and passionate family, co-heirs of faith, extended family, friends, mentors, investors, creatives, contractors, suppliers, counselors, and colleagues. None of this would be possible without their commitment and faith.

Fisherman's Inn
Elburn, IL 60119, USA- Spaces for 260-300 Guests
- 2 Barns
- 2 Historic Spaces
Fishermen's Inn is a historic all-inclusive wedding and events venue set on 20 acres in Elburn, Illinois, about an hour west of Chicago. The centerpiece is a barn built in 1898 and meticulously renovated to preserve its 30-foot barn wood ceilings and massive beams while adding modern amenities. The property encompasses seven spring-fed ponds, a working historic Mill House with a water wheel, cascading waterfalls, and manicured gardens — providing a backdrop for both indoor and outdoor celebrations. The venue accommodates events across three distinct spaces. The Great Room, with its cathedral ceilings, wood and stone accents, and sweeping hardwood floors, seats up to 260 guests for plated dinners. The Veranda offers an all-indoor ceremony option surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows and accommodates up to 300 guests. Outdoor ceremony settings on the grounds include a pergola and garden sites overlooking the ponds. Fishermen's Inn provides all-inclusive packages featuring in-house executive chef catering, white-glove table service, full bar packages, and dedicated on-site event coordinators. The venue has earned recognition in The Knot Hall of Fame and Best of Weddings awards from 2012 through 2024.

Barbara Belding Lodge
6N921 IL-25, Wayne, IL 60184, USA- Spaces for 80-200 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Let us host your party or meeting! Birthdays, showers, business meetings, small gatherings, and other events can all be held here. On the main floor, there is space for 80 people, a fireplace, a catering kitchen, and a lovely view of the forest preserve. Two meeting rooms are located on the lower level. There are tables and seats available. Outside, you have unique access to a 27-acre preserve. The Barbara Belding Lodge is open to the public on the first Wednesday of every month from 3 to 7 p.m., or by appointment. All rental fees must be paid in full at least one month before the event. Your security deposit will be forfeited if you do not pay in full one month before to the event. All gatherings must end before 11 p.m., which means the venue must be cleaned, emptied, and abandoned. The facility should be in the same condition as when you originally came. Please keep this in mind when planning your event's start and end times. You might want to engage wait staff to help with clean-up in some circumstances. The Creek Bend Nature Center allows tents, although the Barbara Belding Lodge does not. If you want to use a tent, please let us know when you sign your contract. Any event that necessitates the use of a tent must be booked at Full-Facility Rental prices. All Full-Facility Rentals include tent setup by a vendor of your choice one day prior to your event. All tent vendors must provide a certificate of insurance at least one month prior to your event. A representative of the Kane County Forest Preserve District Facility Assistant will be on the site at all times during your event. He or she is there to secure the property and ensure that your event goes off without a hitch. He is not working as a wedding planner, waiter/waitress, bartender, decorator, or in any other position. He or she is there to ensure that the tenant cleans up after themselves and leaves the venue in the same condition as when they arrived.

The Westin Chicago Northwest
400 Park Blvd, Itasca, IL 60143, USAOur Itasca hotel has about 45,000 square feet of event space, so there's something for everyone. Our hotel is ideally located near O'Hare International Airport and within driving distance of downtown Chicago, making it ideal for meetings, seminars, and other special events. Corporate Host a company-wide gathering in our adaptable ballroom, which can accommodate up to 1,100 people. In our adaptable spaces, challenge your team with brainstorming events and training sessions. Celebrate a successful year with an event in the Pavilion including creative food prepared by our catering staff. With state-of-the-art A/V equipment and experienced tech assistance, you can make the most of your meeting. Wireless high-speed Internet access is available in all of our event venues, allowing you to stay focused and connected. Weddings Host an open-air wedding ceremony in the Lakeside Pavilion, followed by a reception. We specialize in NW Chicago weddings, including tiny weddings that we can webcast for you. Ethnic weddings are popular in Northwest Chicago, and we're well-versed in a variety of customs. Allow our culinary team to create a delicious dining experience for your guests. At 400 Park Bistro, catch up with relatives and friends over pre-wedding beverages. Dream weddings aren't spontaneous; they're well planned. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners have been specially trained to assist you. Each Marriott Certified Wedding Planner has completed rigorous courses and is certified to plan weddings of all types, including ethnic and military weddings. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners can assist you in determining an overarching vision for your wedding and executing each detail based on experience, training, tradition, and old-fashioned intuition. Setting an event budget, selecting a cuisine, planning table settings, and securing florists, photographers, a band, and other entertainment for the big day are all part of the process.

Davanti Enoteca
1359 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA- Spaces for 35 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
It is a wine bar that is a member of the Francesca's Restaurant Group. Davanti Enoteca serves a range of rustic Italian food, including classics such as pasta and chicken, as well as more modern favorites such as burgers and pizza. The restaurant also has a large brunch menu that includes items such as French toast, frittatas, eggs benedict, bloody Mary's, and other dishes. In addition to offering a spacious event area, Davanti Enoteca also offers outstanding cuisine as well as a welcoming ambiance for any rehearsal dinner or conference. Additionally, there are family-style menus for brunch, lunch, and supper that are reasonably priced while yet providing delectable eating alternatives for everyone that walks through the door. Davanti Enoteca is a bustling wine bar and restaurant that serves shared modern variations on rustic Italian food in a convivial setting. We ask that you please assist us in maintaining a safe atmosphere by wearing your face mask at all times while in the restaurant, with the exception of while you are sitting at your table. It is important that you do not visit the restaurant if you are presently sick, if you have displayed signs of Covid-19 in the previous 14 days, or if you have been in close contact with someone who has been diagnosed with Covid-19 in the last 14 days. Thank you so much for your assistance. We're delighted to see you again!

Promontory Point
5491 S Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60615, USA- Spaces for 100-150 Guests
- 3 Landmarks
- 3 Outdoor Spaces
- 3 Total Spaces
Chicago's Burnham Park is approximately 600 acres in size and is located on the city's Lakefront just south of Grant Park. A south lakefront park designed by Chicago's famous architect and planner Daniel H. Burnham, published in his landmark work The Plan of Chicago in 1909 and featuring constructed islands and a linear boating harbor as well as beaches, meadows, and playfields, was named in his honor. Today, Burnham Park is home to the scenic Promontory Point, built by Alfred Caldwell, as well as a popular skate park on 31st Street, which are both located within the park. Additionally, the park has benches positioned on 12th Street, 31st Street, Oakwood and 57th Street, in addition to bird sanctuaries and stunning natural areas. In comparison to the other park features, the Margaret T. Burroughs Beach and Park is a more recent addition, stretching from 31st Street to 26th Street. In the mid-1890s, Chicago's legendary architect and planner Daniel H. Burnham began drawing plans for a spectacular park and boulevard that would link Jackson Park with the city's central business district and other neighborhoods. Jackson Park in Chicago had been converted from a sandy, wind-swept wasteland into the glittering White City by Daniel Burnham (1846-1912), who served as Chief of Construction for the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893. Following the exhibition, Burnham began to envision a Chicago that was more attractive, organized, and functional. Burnham's design, which included a south lakefront park with a series of man-made islands, a linear boating harbor, beaches, meadows, and play fields, was published in his groundbreaking 1909 Plan of Chicago, which was widely regarded as a watershed moment in Chicago's history. Burnham Park, which includes the naturalistic Promontory Point landscape designed by renowned landscape architect Alfred Caldwell, was completed and improved in the mid-1930s with government monies from the Works Progress Administration, thanks to the efforts of the newly formed Chicago Park District. Mayor Edward J. Kelly began exploring the possibility of establishing a permanent fair in Burnham Park in 1935. Burnham Park has begun to take shape in recent years, thanks to the efforts of Mayor Richard M. Daley, who envisioned a greener, more beautiful park. Sixty acres of asphalt were turned into a beautifully planted Museum Campus in the process. In addition, the former Meigs Field has been transformed into a 91-acre natural area park known as Northerly Island, where visitors may enjoy a paved all-purpose trail and other amenities. Birders can get glimpses of migrating birds throughout the fall and spring seasons, while anglers can find the perfect fishing place during the summer and winter seasons.

22Thirty9
2239 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
22Thirty9 is a 2,200-square-foot private event loft situated above Pressure Point Recording Studio, part of the Bassline Music Complex on historic Record Row in Chicago's South Loop. The space is acoustically tuned and fully wired for presentations, live performances, and recorded entertainment, reflecting the building's deep roots in Chicago's music culture. The loft features floor-to-ceiling atrium windows, exposed brick walls, and high ceilings alongside a full-service bar and lounge area. Built-in A/V systems, in-house A/V specialists, and an experienced hospitality team are available for events. The venue sits steps from McCormick Place and Wintrust Arena, with convenient access to major roadways throughout the city.