Shedd Aquarium’s new special exhibit, Amphibians, offers an adventure the whole family can jump into. The 3,000-square-foot exhibit brings together more than 40 species of frogs, toads, salamanders, newts and rarely-seen caecilians from around the world in a colorful panorama of life, changing. From tadpole to adult, from season to season, and from rainforests and […]
Located just over an hour from Chicago, Michigan’s Harbor Country is an ideal spot for a weekend getaway or a fun-filled week for the whole family. The quaint string of lakeside towns from New Buffalo to St. Joe features miles of pristine beaches, charming wineries, art galleries and enough antique shops to occupy the most […]
With a little planning ahead, every day of Holiday Break will be a great family adventure, and all you need to pack is a camera. Mibs has put together a list of destination websites to help you get started. You might want to purchase a Go Chicago Card which includes admission to many popular Chicago […]
The Field Museum and the Art Institute are fantastic, but what about museums in your own backyard? A new—closer and more affordable—adventure awaits your family at one of these four often unheard of institutions. Lake County Discovery Museum lcfpd.org/discovery_museum Adults $6, seniors and students $3, children $2.50, children 3 and under free Lake County is […]
If you think you have to battle Chicago traffic, spend $30 on parking, and drain your wallet on tickets and concessions just to treat your family to a baseball game this summer – think again. Sure, we’re lucky to have two Major League baseball teams in our backyard, but if you’re looking for a lower […]
