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Pet Friendly Hotels

Be sure you’re not barking up the wrong tree and keep this guide to pet-friendly hotels on Chicago’s North Shore handy.

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Northwestern University

Flanked by the sparkling waters of Lake Michigan is Northwestern University. Located in Evanston, Illinois bordering the City of Chicago, this world-renowned University is consistently ranked in the top ten universities in the country.

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Work from Anywhere on the North Shore

A change of place can really energize your workflow. Step away from your desk, grab your laptop, and get a new view at these excellent remote work spots.

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Walking Tour: Double Houses & Prairie School Ridge Historic District

October 17, 2026 11am - 12:30pm
Evanston History Center
1551 Wesley Ave -Dewey School, Evanston, IL
(847) 475-3410

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This tour covers both the double houses featured Design Evanston’s book Hidden in Plain Sight: Evanston’s Double Houses and a look at the Prairie School in Evanston. The Ridge Historic District is a unique microcosm of both genres, including designs by Myron Hunt and Walter Burley Griffin. Led by Kris Hartzell. Meets at Dewey School, 1551 Wesley Avenue.

Admission Fee $15 - $20 .

Sep

Walking Tour: Historic Apartment Buildings

September 12, 2026
This tour through southeast Evanston explores how the different architectural styles ... MORE

Admission Fee $15 - $20 .

Sep

Native Illinois History and Contemporary Issues with Dorene Wiese

September 16, 2026
While Native people have lived for over 10,000 years, their continuing contributions ... MORE

Free Admission

Sep

Family Open House

September 23, 2026
Step Into History in Style and join us on District 65’s day off for an afternoo... MORE

Free Admission

Sep

Walking Tour: Burnham in Evanston

September 26, 2026
Daniel Burnham, Chicago’s most well-known architect, chose to live in what he c... MORE

Admission Fee $15 - $20.