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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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Bucketlist Bites Pass

Taste your way through 60+ North Shore spots with the Bucketlist Bites Pass—earn points, win prizes, and dig into everything from sushi to deep-dish!

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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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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 Lakeshore Historic District

October 3, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm
Evanston History Center - Dewey School
1551 Wesley Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 475-3410

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This Walking Tour is based on the Design Evanston book Hidden in Plain Sight: Evanston’s Double Houses published in 2025. It will cover the unique architecture of double houses in the south-central area of Evanston’s Lakeshore Historic District. Highlights include the iconic Carter House by Walter Burley Griffin, the Linthicum House by Tallmadge & Watson, and the Ballard House by John Van Bergen. The tour begins at the Evanston History Center and goes south to Lee Street and back. Led by Kris Hartzell.

Admission Fee $15 - $20 .

June

Brick by Brick Walking Tour

June 20, 2026
An exploration of the beautiful materials that compose Evanston’s remarkable ar... MORE

Admission Fee $15 - $20.

July

Walking Tour: Historic Apartment Buildings

July 11, 2026
This tour through southeast Evanston explores how the different architectural styles ... MORE

Admission Fee $15 - $20 .

July

Walking Tour: Main Street Explained

July 25, 2026
New your for 2026! We’ll explore the history and future of Main Street, once th... MORE

Admission Fee $15 - $20 .

Aug

Walking Tour: Burnham in Evanston

August 1, 2026
Daniel Burnham, Chicago’s most well-known architect, chose to live in what he c... MORE

Admission Fee $15 - $20.