Trip Planner 2017-18 Trip Planner For Student Travel | Page 20

I Want to Go There U.S. Midwest Art Institute of Chicago NOW PLAYING BEGINS APR. 11, 2017 JUN. 14 — JUL. 9, 2017 JUL. 11 — 23, 2017 JUL. 25 — AUG. 13, 2017 SEP. 26 — OCT. 8, 2017 CHICAGO More than a musical. It’s a way of life. OCT. 11 — 29, 2017 NOV. 1 — 19, 2017 BEGINS NOV. 9, 2017 A NEW ROLLING STONES EXHIBIT AT CHICAGO’S NAVY PIER. The collection of the Art Institute of Chicago contains pieces spanning more than 5,000 years of human history, and it includes well- known masterpieces straight from students’ textbooks: Grant Wood’s “American Gothic,” Edward Hopper’s “Nighthawks” and Degas’ ballerinas. “Student groups can enjoy the benefits of discounted admission, professionally guided tours and lectures, and special dining options,” says Jodie Bodeker of Choose Chicago, “all while discovering the many riches of the Art Institute together.” The museum’s modern wing showcases the work of renowned 20th- and 21st-century artists. Its spacious, light-filled galleries were designed specifically for displaying art from that period. A recent gift of 42 new pieces— the largest in the museum’s history—added paintings from Andy Warhol, Jasper Johns, Robert Rauschenberg and Roy Lichtenstein. “Another must-see in the city, Navy Pier is the Midwest’s No. 1 tourist attraction and has been completely reimagined,” says Bodeker. The landmark recently celebrated its 100th anniversary, and later in 2017 it will debut a new theater complex on the city’s Lake Michigan waterfront. The new development is called The Yard, and it is a collaboration with Chicago Shakespeare Theater. The Yard’s three theaters will allow the company to stage more productions and increase its capacity for student visits. To learn more, contact Arnaldo Altoran of Choose Chicago at aaltoran@choose chicago.com or go to choosechicago.com. TOP EDUCATIONAL ATTRACTIONS The Museum of Science and Industry, The Field Museum, Chicago Architecture Foundation, Shedd Aquarium TOP RECREATIONAL ATTRACTIONS Lincoln Park Zoo, 360 CHICAGO, Skydeck Chicago at Willis Tower DEC. 6, 2017 — JAN. 21, 2018 DEC. 7 — 31, 2017 GROUPS CALL 312-977-1710 • 18 NTA Trip Planner for Student Travel APR. 15 — JUL. 30, 2017 TOP LOCAL FESTIVALS Chicago Blues Festival (June 9–11), Chicago World Music Festival (Sept. 8–24), Chicago Architecture Biennial (Sept. 16–Jan. 7, 2018)