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Obama Presidential Center

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Obama Presidential Center
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“The Barack Obama Presidential Center is a museum, library, and education project in Chicago to commemorate the presidency of Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States. The center includes a museum, community and conference facilities and houses the nonprofit Obama Foundation. Also…”
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Condé Nast TravelerJul 10

Falling Back in Love With Chicago, After Years Living in New York

A native Chicagoan returns to realize that the city's food, culture, and good nature may just make the Midwestern powerhouse the most likable city in America.

debuted in June in a park designed by Frederick Law Olmsted

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Smithsonian MagazineJun 18

Here's How the Obama Presidential Center Is Different From Other Presidents' Museums

More than a library and archives, the new Chicago institution is a place for the community to gather, talk and play together

sprawling center on South Side

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 13

The Best Places to Visit in April, From Chicago to Minas Gerais

There are reasons to plan a trip this spring, including a new hiking trail on a Greek peninsula and the opening of Obama's presidential library in Chicago.

library opening in Jackson Park, Chicago

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 14, 2025

The Best Boutique Hotels in Chicago, From River North to Hyde Park

With fewer rooms, a personalized feel, and unique decor, these boutiques offer a fun new side to a well-loved city.

being built in nearby Jackson Park

37 things in this story
  • Obama Presidential CenterMuseumbeing built in nearby Jackson Park
  • Jackson ParkParkLocated in the Woodlawn community, Jackson Park totals 551.52 acres and features a gymnasium, three multi-purpose…
  • Sophy Hyde ParkHotel98-room gem on community's commercial strip
  • River NorthNeighborhoodIt is adjacent to the Magnificent Mile retail and tourism corridor.
  • The Publishing House Bed & BreakfastHotelA millennial B&B in Chicago , with a personable team, contemporary loft setting, vintage decor, and a great location…
  • The RobeyHotelGrupo Habita turned a 1929 office building in central Chicago into a cool, cleaned-up industrial space with brass…
  • Soho House ChicagoHotelpart of social club with private lounge
  • The Emily HotelHotelformerly Ace Hotel
  • Nobu Hotel ChicagoHotelserene refuge with tinted-glass façade
  • Peninsula ChicagoHotelThe hotel is part of The Peninsula Hotels group based in Hong Kong.
  • The Press RoomRestaurantlively wine bar in building's basement
  • Hyde ParkNeighborhoodBut our neighborhood guide will get you off on the right foot.
  • SophyHotelLet this South Side stunner with a strong art collection, clever restaurant.
  • Museum of Science and IndustryMuseumwithin walking distance of Sophy
  • Damen AvenuePlaceIt is 2.5 miles (4.0 km) west of State Street, the city's north–south baseline.
  • Café RobeyCafésun-drenched booths for enjoying wine
  • ForaRestaurantglobally-inspired restaurant with all-day menus
  • Selva RooftopRestaurantcocktail bar serving Latin American sips
  • Sushi by BouRestaurantomakase experience set to hip-hop beats
  • NobuHotelsignature restaurant packs in sushi cognoscenti
  • Au ChevalRestaurantAu Cheval styles itself after a diner, but this ain’t your average road trip joint.
  • MomotaroRestaurantLed by Executive Chef Gene Kato, Momotaro is a multi-dimensional Japanese restaurant located in West Loop, Chicago.
  • Girl & the GoatRestaurantDiscover bold, globally-inspired cuisine at Girl & The Goat in Los Angeles and Chicago.
  • MonteverdeRestaurantLocated in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood, Monteverde is an Italian restaurant that blends the traditions of Italian…
  • Acme Hotel CompanyHotelhipster hotel with tech angle
  • Berkshire RoomBarscene-y bar at Acme Hotel
  • Bodega BarBarcozy bar at Acme Hotel
  • Bunny SlopeRestaurantaprès-ski themed lounge at Acme Hotel
  • Silversmith Hotel Chicago DowntownHotelDiscover a luxurious boutique hotel in the Downtown Chicago Loop with elegant rooms and a restaurant, one block from…
  • AdamusBarrestaurant and lounge with handcrafted cocktails
  • Ivy Boutique HotelHotelluxury stay near Chicago River
  • University of ChicagoPlace
  • Wicker ParkQuarter
  • West LoopQuarter
  • DrakeHotel
  • Milwaukee AvenueHotel
  • North AvenuePlace
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