Final Conference Program - aatod

Sweet Home Chicago
“C’mon, Oh baby don’t you want to go
Oh c’mon, oh baby don’t you want to go
Back to that same old place.” —Blues Brothers
No truer words can be said about this fantastic city—a town
rich in diversity and cultural activities, a truly international
city. While attending the Conference, it is highly recommended
that you squeeze in time to enjoy some of the many
sites and sounds of the host city.
Chicago can be unpredictable
weather wise in late October (it could be warm, brisk
autumn like, or freezing!), so luckily there are plenty of
things to do indoors as well as outdoors. No visit to Chitown
can be complete without an exploration of some of its
physical beauty. Please take a walk or jog along its lengthy
lakefront trail path, which is just a few blocks away from
the Hilton Chicago and witness the unique architecture that
is abundant across the city. Grant Park and Millennium
Park are within walking distance from the Conference—
both bordered by Michigan Ave and the Lakefront. In addition
to our Hospitality table (which will be present at the
Conference to assist with providing you helpful information
about the city), the Chicago Cultural Center and the
Chicago Architectural Foundation both serve as
wonderful resources for cultural facts about the city as well
as places that can connect you to various sightseeing tours.
Both are just located blocks away from the hotel on
Michigan Ave.
When it comes to the stage, Chicago offers many options for
cultural entertainment. The Tony award winning musical
Billy Elliot will be continuing its run at the Ford Center
for the Performing Arts and the Lion King returns for
another run beginning October 22 nd at the Cadillac Palace
Theater. If you haven’t already purchased tickets in
advance, you may be able to find some deals to acquire
tickets after you arrive. The Goodman Theater is always
presenting quality plays throughout the year. Again, all of
these establishments are within walking distance of the
Conference site. Though it’s not within walking distance,
the Second City comedy club is located just a few ‘L’ train
stops away in the Pipers Alley Theater north of downtown.
You will not want to miss this hilarious improv group which
originated in Chicago and has jump started the careers of so
many Saturday Night Live alumni.
If you are a fan of educational pursuits, explore some of the
nearby downtown museums such as the Art Institute (the
new modern wing is wonderful) and the Museum Campus
(the Adler Planetarium, Field Museum of Natural
History, and the Shedd Aquarium). The Field Museum is
the home of the famous Sue Dinosaur Exhibit that has
traveled the country and returned to the Field earlier this
year.
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