Best Arts and Culture Places in Rockdale

We've collected top 10 mentioned arts and culture places in Rockdale from other articles such as Chicago Parent, Chicago Favorites, The World and Then Some.

Best Arts and Culture Places in Rockdale

Smart Museum of Art
Smart Museum of Art
4.5 (307 ratings)4.5 (47 ratings)
Museum specializing in Asian, European, Contemporary & Modern Art, with over 12,000 objects.
5550 S Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
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Mentioned by Chicago Parent
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"In the warmer months, kids of all ages will love visiting the outdoor sculpture garden and all year long families can try their hands and Family Day on the first Saturday of the month. Located on the University of Chicago campus, students, faculty and alumni often contribute to the exhibitions."
Mentioned by Your Chicago Guide
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"The Smart Museum of Art is scheduled to re-open April 8, 2021. These aren’t the only free things to do in Chicago!. Find more in our ultimate guide."
Oriental Institute Museum
Oriental Institute Museum
4.8 (205 ratings)4.5 (526 ratings)
Dedicated to researching ancient civilizations of the Middle East & educating the public about them.
1155 E 58th St, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
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Hyde Park Art Center
Hyde Park Art Center
4.7 (283 ratings)
Nonprofit visual arts center exhibiting work by emerging or under-recognized contemporary artists.
5020 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
Art centerArt galleryNon-profit organization
Mentioned by The World and Then Some
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"I like the Hyde Park Art Centre because it’s main goal is to make art more approachable and accessible to people in all walks of life. I love this, and I love the diverse and ever-changing selection of artists they choose to exhibit. But it’s not just exhibitions here, there is also a big focus on community programming, classes and courses too."
Mentioned by Choose Chicago
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"Jonathan Castillo, Will, Ni Yi Xuan Gift Shop, Chicago(Chinatown), 2019, Archival pigment print, 23 x 34.5 inches. Courtesy of the Artist..jpg. Now openThe Hyde Park Art Center is a community hub for contemporary works, that typically offers dozens of exhibits and hundreds of classes each year."
Mentioned by Expedia Viewfinder
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"Chicago’s oldest alternative art exhibition space, Hyde Park Art Center focuses on emerging and fringe artists, as well as those from underrepresented communities."
South Shore Cultural Center
South Shore Cultural Center
4.5 (1408 ratings)
Landmark building (with solarium, theater, culinary institute & restaurant) plus a 65-acre park.
7059 S South Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60649, USA
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Mentioned by planetware.com
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"Located on the lakefront just south of Jackson Park, this park has 65 acres of green space and is home to the South Shore Cultural Center, originally built in 1095 as a country club. Today, the center is a historic landmark maintained by the Chicago Park District and offers a large variety of cultural programs, including classes for all ages in culinary arts, music, dance, and visual arts, as well as special events throughout the year. The parkland surrounding the center includes a golf course, acres of green grass dotted with shade trees, a beach, and the South Shore Nature Sanctuary."
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
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"Originally built as the South Shore Country Club, this South Side icon was penned by architects Marshall and Fox in 1905. Purchased by the Chicago Park District in 1975 and renamed as the South Shore Cultural Center, the landmarked Mediterranean Revival building features painstakingly restored historic details, a grandiose ballroom, and golf course. It remains a popular venue for weddings and other large events."
Mentioned by Curbed Chicago
14 secret parks and gardens in Chicago
"The South Shore Cultural Center is a great example of what the South Side has to offer. The sprawling landscape surrounding the center features manicured gardens, a golf course, nature paths, a butterfly garden, and picnic areas. Next to the former country club is a wild, overgrown nature preserve with a fire circle and views of Lake Michigan and the city."
The Renaissance Society
The Renaissance Society
4.3 (33 ratings)
Gallery showcasing contemporary & avant-garde art from international artists since 1915.
5811 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
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Mentioned by Preview Chicago
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"The Renaissance Society is a kunsthalle-style museum that presents about 4 exhibits a year from international artists. It focuses on contemporary art and is located at the University of Chicago."
Beverly Arts Center
Beverly Arts Center
4.6 (127 ratings)5 (12 ratings)
2407 W 111th St, Chicago, IL 60655, USA
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Mentioned by Expedia Viewfinder
The Best Galleries and Art Museums in Chicago
"The Beverly Arts Center is a multifaceted space that hosts regular programs on dance, film, theater and music. There is also a gallery space here that presents a rotating and diverse program of visual arts. Past exhibits have included works by local Chicago cartoonists, printmakers, photographers and painters, as well as programs focused on the LGBTQ community."
Armstrong Fine Art
Armstrong Fine Art
5 (1 ratings)
1200 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
Antique storeArt gallery
Mentioned by 10Best
Contemporary Art Galleries
"A focus on mid-career artists sets this gallery apart from the pack. It features contemporary American and European works that range from abstracts to landscapes. Open afternoons Wednesday through Sunday and by appointment."

Best & Cool Bars in Rockdale

Porkchop Hyde Park
Porkchop Hyde Park
3.4 (548 ratings)
Classic American BBQ joint with woodsy-chic decor, plus a stage for live music & late-night hours.
5121 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, USA
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Open Outcry Brewing Company
Open Outcry Brewing Company
4.7 (588 ratings)
Pints, flights & cocktails pair with Neapolitan-style pizza in a funky warehouse setting.
10934 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60643, USA
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Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"A southside brewery that edges so far down, it’s hardly considered urban territory, Open Outcry is an unexpected oasis in this part of the city, encouraging you to quench your thirst in their garage-style taproom. Featuring a flight inspired by the colors of the original Rainbow Cone—Palmer House IPA, Strawberry Imperial Stout, Orange Milkshake IPA, Pistachio Brown Ale—Open Outcry promises that you can’t go wrong with any of their signature brews. And their blissful beer garden with yellow accents is the go-to lounge for the summer!"
Vie
Vie
4.8 (262 ratings)
Farm-to-table fine dining in an elegant, warm space with white tablecloths & black banquettes.
4471 Lawn Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558, USA
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Mentioned by gayot.com
2021 Best American Restaurants Chicago
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Best Shopping Malls, Outlet and Places in Rockdale Area

Chicago Ridge Mall
Chicago Ridge Mall
4.2 (7652 ratings)4 (29 ratings)
Enduring mall with brand-name shops, casual eats & a movie theater, plus classes & live events.
9500 Ridgeland Ave, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415, USA
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Ford City Mall
Ford City Mall
3.8 (6639 ratings)
Retail destination with 135-plus stores & restaurants plus a multiplex movie theater.
7601 S Cicero Ave, Chicago, IL 60652, USA
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Mentioned by Trip101
10 Best Shopping Malls In Chicago, Illinois
"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user One Homo Sapiens used under CC BY 3.0. Heading to the Southwest Side of Chicago?. Ford City Mall has stood there since 1945."
Marshfield Plaza
Marshfield Plaza
4.1 (2781 ratings)
11730 Marshfield Ave, Chicago, IL 60643, USA
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Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Rockdale

Balzekas Museum Of Lithuanian Culture
Balzekas Museum Of Lithuanian Culture
4.6 (14 ratings)4.5 (11 ratings)
Museum dedicated to the history, art & culture of Lithuanians at home, in the U.S. & abroad.
6500 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60629, USA
MuseumLibraryNon-profit organizationSpecialty Museums
Red Lobster
Red Lobster
3.8 (2350 ratings)
Lively chain restaurant serving American seafood standards amid New England-themed decor.
5201 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60632, USA
Seafood restaurantAmerican restaurantAngler fish restaurantBarCrab houseEvent venueFamily restaurant
Josephine's Southern Cooking
Josephine's Southern Cooking
3.8 (453 ratings)
Soul, Creole & American food from breakfast to dinner plus cocktails & Sunday brunch in casual digs.
436 E 79th St, Chicago, IL 60619, USA
Soul food restaurantAmerican restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Eater Chicago
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"For more than three decades, this Chatham beacon has earned its place in the community. A popular stop for the Aretha Franklin, Josephine’s Southern Cooking is known for soul food staples like gumbo, fried catfish, and pork chop. But Franklin isn’t the restaurant’s most esteemed celebrity."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Rockdale

Hampton Inn & Suites Minooka
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$631 /night*
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Best Western Plus North Joliet
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$143.1 /night
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