Black history and heritage have shaped Chicago in immeasurable ways. In 1926, historian Dr. Carter G. Woodson started Negro History Week to promote learning about and celebrating Black history. This effort led to the creation of Black History Month. Chicago quickly became one of the cities where the observance took root through schools, cultural institutions, and community organizations.

There are countless ways to observe Black History Month in Chicagoland, from visiting museums to cultural events. Let our real estate agents be your guides to celebrating Black history and culture in Chicago.

In Chicago, history is never hidden from view. It's all around in the Art Deco buildings, Chicago School skyscrapers, residential greystones, and bungalows in neighborhoods all over the city. Architecture provides a window into Chicago's past, and our real estate

May 18 is International Museum Day, and our real estate agents are excited to sing the praises of Chicago's many outstanding museums. Ours is a city that has always celebrated art and culture, and it's home to some of America's most vibrant and exciting muse...

Summer in Chicagoland means strolls along the Riverwalk and hot dogs at Wrigley Field. But it also offers a great opportunity to explore the city's many kid-friendly museums. 

Museums offer entertainment, education, and the most precious of commodities on a hot summer day in Chicago—air conditioning! These are som...