Best Museums in North Riverside

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Best Museums in North Riverside

Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago
4.7 (19637 ratings)4.5 (9557 ratings)
Sprawling, hands-on museum full of informative, child-friendly scientific & industrial exhibits.
5700 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
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Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago
Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago
4.5 (4061 ratings)4 (792 ratings)
Downtown museum showcasing post-World War II paintings, sculptures, photos, videos & performances.
220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"Dedicated to art from 1945 to the present, the Museum of Contemporary art is endowed with a serious collection, spanning surrealism, conceptual art, pop art and minimalism. You’ll get to see works by Chuck Close, Andy Warhol, Jasper Johns, Francis Bacon, René Magritte, Alexander Calder, Ann Hamilton and Richard Serra. When we wrote this article in 2018 there was a haunting exhibition by the Nigerian multidisciplinary artist Otobong Nkanga, combining installations, photography and textiles."
Mentioned by Museum Hack
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"The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago is one of the biggest contemporary art museums in the world. The MCA's collection focuses on post World War II visual art; works in the collection include pieces by Andy Warhol, Cindy Sherman, Jasper Johns, Kara Walker, and Alexander Calder. The MCA once held the United States debut of Frida Kahlo's exhibit."
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
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"Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art holds one of the world’s largest collections of post-1950 art. You can easily explore the museum by foot in just a couple of hours, making it perfect for an afternoon activity. In addition to world-famous works, they also host exhibits dedicated to local artists and put a lot of care into the local community."
Chicago History Museum
Chicago History Museum
4.6 (2042 ratings)4.5 (1035 ratings)
Photos, artifacts, newsreels & dioramas bring to life historical events, architecture & more.
1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
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National Museum of Mexican Art
National Museum of Mexican Art
4.7 (1887 ratings)4.5 (206 ratings)
Some 5,000 paintings, photographs, sculptures & more highlight this art musueum, with free entry.
1852 W 19th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Mentioned by 10Best
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"This accredited museum in the Pilsen area is dedicated to preserving and facilitating knowledge about Latino life and history. Exhibits focus on Mexican culture as it's represented in the US and in Mexico, and the permanent collection includes folk art, ephemera, sculpture, textiles and drawings. Performing arts are also featured and the center hosts special events throughout the year to advance the museum's objectives."
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"The largest Latino museum in the country (and the only Latino one accredited by the American Alliance of Museums) is definitely worth…"
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
4.6 (1427 ratings)4.5 (181 ratings)
Environmental museum with outdoor walkways for observing local wildlife & kid-friendly exhibits.
2430 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
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Mentioned by The Travel Sisters
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"Located in Lincoln Park, the Peggy Notebaert Museum is dedicated to expanding knowledge of nature and environmental science. While this might sound advanced for a young child, the museum is actually very toddler-friendly with numerous hands-on exhibits. From an up close visit with critters to an obligatory “burn some energy” play space, the Peggy Notebaert is a gem in the city."
Mentioned by Family Destinations Guide
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"Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is one of the top things to do in Chicago with kids. Located in Lincoln Park museum, this is a great museum that creates hands-on experiences for the kids to enjoy themselves as well as learn something along the way. The museum is an informative curation of Illinois’ natural history and ecology."
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"2430 N Cannon DrHours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat-Sun, 10am-5pm (Thursdays are suggested donation days for Illinois residents year-round.)Suggested donation: $9, $7 for students and seniors, $6 for children (3-12), free for children under 3"
Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University
Block Museum of Art, Northwestern University
4.6 (143 ratings)4.5 (49 ratings)
Galleries of rotating fine-art exhibits, a diverse permanent collection, films & cultural programs.
40 Arts Cir Dr, Evanston, IL 60208, USA
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Skokie Heritage Museum
Skokie Heritage Museum
4.4 (26 ratings)4.5 (3 ratings)
8031 Floral Ave, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
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Loyola University Museum of Art (LUMA)
Loyola University Museum of Art (LUMA)
4.3 (90 ratings)4.5 (59 ratings)
Medieval, Renaissance & baroque art collections that reflect the faith of various cultures.
820 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
4.8 (301 ratings)4.5 (112 ratings)
Museum specializing in fine jade, gemstone & mineral carvings, plus educational geology exhibits.
1220 Kensington Rd, Oak Brook, IL 60523, USA
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Mentioned by Chicago Parent
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"Ongoing weekend programs at the museum include workshops for kids to learn about identifying rocks and minerals or learning how to make jewelry. Collections include gemstones, fossils and an ornate castle. Online activities include virtual jewelry classes and rock identification classes."
Chicago Maritime Museum
Chicago Maritime Museum
4.8 (32 ratings)5 (19 ratings)
1200 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609, USA
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Best Vegan Restaurants in North Riverside

Bayan ko
Bayan ko
4.7 (178 ratings)
Creative Filipino-Cuban fare with BYOB, offered in a small setting with windows & a colorful mural.
1810 W Montrose Ave, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
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Majani Restaurant
Majani Restaurant
4.6 (771 ratings)
Low-key, easygoing stop serving a range of plant-based cuisine & vegan offerings in unfussy digs.
7167 S Exchange Ave, Chicago, IL 60649, USA
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Mentioned by Kev's Best
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"Majani Restaurant is a fast-casual vegan restaurant serving plant-based southern cuisine. As a doze to their African heritage and rural upbringing, Chefs Tsadakeeyah and Nasya Emmanuel develop every recipe with fresh local ingredients and mouth-watering spices. The husband and wife team started Majani as a private catering company acknowledged nationally for their exceptional service and innovative menu options."
Mentioned by Do312
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"It's no secret that Chicago's South Side is home to the best soul food in town, but did you know that you don't even have to be a carnivore to enjoy all of it?. Majini's menu is full of barbecue, burgers, stir fry, grits and other goodies—and it's all made with the freshest vegan ingredients!"
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
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"I visited the South Shore location today and was very disappointed with the quality of the food. The cauliflower bites and the oyster sandwich was satura..."
Protein Bar & Kitchen
Protein Bar & Kitchen
4.3 (94 ratings)
Health-minded local chain for smoothies, salads, burritos & more in an upscale fast-food format.
37 S LaSalle St, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
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Best Breweries in North Riverside

Midwest Coast Brewing Company
Midwest Coast Brewing Company
4.8 (104 ratings)
Mellow microbrewery offering tasting flights, regular events & pop-up food trucks on weekends.
2137 W Walnut St, Chicago, IL 60612, USA
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Mentioned by South Side Social
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"Midwest Coast Brewing Company was founded by a brother and sister who use the face of their childhood dog, Maverick, as their brand logo. Midwest Coast Brewing Company has 12 taps, including rotating featured brews, like Friendsgiving. Friendsgiving is a British brown ale loaded with cinnamon, nutmeg and orange peel that shows up on their menu during the fall season."
Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap
Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap
4.6 (452 ratings)
House & guest brews are tapped at this funky tasting room also offering cocktails, wine & coffee.
1460 N Kingsbury St, Chicago, IL 60642, USA
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Mentioned by Thrillist
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"Logan Square/Lincoln Park Known for their inventive takes on the brewing process and the eccentric flavor combinations in their beers, Off Color is on the rise thanks to the relentless pursuit of excellent from its founders: former Goose Island barrel-age brewer John Laffler and Dave Bleitner, formerly of Warrenville’s Two Brothers. While the brewery has only been around since 2013, it raised its profile with the recent unveiling of The Mousetrap tap room in Lincoln Park. Highly regarded for their focus on brewing forgotten styles of ales, stop into The Mousetrap and try some of their latest (and weirdest) small-batch specials.Must-try beer: Brewed with grain and sugar to create a hazy, golden body, their popular Apex Predator farmhouse ale pairs superior drinkability with a dry finish and fruity bite."
Mentioned by UrbanMatter
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"There’s something a little wacky about Off Color’s chosen mascot, a charming cartoon mouse that appears in all sorts of adventures through their label artwork, whether it’s Sibling Rivalry, Little Friend, or Dino S’mores. Other characters make their debuts as well, giving each bottle a captivating aesthetic that makes it even tastier to consume."
Mentioned by Do312
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"Off Color Brewing's taphouse, Mouseroom has a beautiful indoor and patio for you to enjoy their signature drafts, canned beer, as well as seasonal and foedre aged specials. Seating is on a first-come-first-served basis, so head on over or place an order for pick-up or delivery here."
Dovetail Brewery
Dovetail Brewery
4.7 (306 ratings)
Chill taproom for sampling house-brewed beers based on classic European styles in a vast space.
1800 W Belle Plaine Ave, Chicago, IL 60613, USA
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Best Bakery and Cake Shops in North Riverside

Panaderia Nuevo Leon
Panaderia Nuevo Leon
4.6 (615 ratings)
Storefront bakery featuring macarons, sweet breads & flavored tortillas plus light Mexican fare.
1634 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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BUTTERDOUGH
BUTTERDOUGH
4.8 (134 ratings)
House-baked croissants, muffins, ciabatta & other classics plus creative toaster tarts & sandwiches.
3452 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608, USA
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Mentioned by Chicago Tribune
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"Kicking it old school, you slice and bake the chocolate chip dough roll ($6) to yield a dozen cookies. Brothers Lalo and Uva Leon opened their bakery last summer in the McKinley Park neighborhood, where they’re still making wildly popular croissants. Check their Instagram stories for the daily changing availability or just call."
Mentioned by The Infatuation
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"There are only a few flavors of donuts to choose from at Butterdough in McKinley Park. But that’s fine, the horchata is what you want. The lightly-spiced glaze is poured on the donut right in front of you and pools in the container in a satisfying (and useful for extra dipping) way."
Aster Hall
Aster Hall
4.4 (283 ratings)
Fashionable 5th- & 6th-floor food court with unique upmarket eats, craft cocktails & choice wines.
900 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Mentioned by Esrock Partners
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"It’s the foodie’s food court, offering a little something for everyone. Aster Hall includes 16 one-of-a-kind menus from the likes of Small Cheval, Doughnut Vault, Sushi Station, Green Street Smoked Meats, Chicago Char-Dogs and more. Order your food from the touch screens on the fifth floor and then head up to the welcoming, trendy décor of the sixth floor."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near North Riverside

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