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Open House Chicago is an annual festival presented by the Chicago Architecture Center that allows participants to explore some of the city's most fabled and elite spaces that are generally off limits to the public. The festival is held over two weekend days in October and offers a behind-the-scenes look at some of the city's most famous sights, including iconic spaces such as the Kemper Building, Tribune Tower, the Rookery, and the city's Federal Reserve Bank. Historic homes and mansions are also showcased, including buildings designed by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The festival also showcases some of the city's most historic and revered theaters, private clubs, ballrooms, and rooftop sites, along with architectural offices and industrial sites throughout the city. Buildings are staffed by over 2,500 volunteers from the CAC, with itineraries available for visitors to plan their exploration route in advance of the event. Lectures, music performances, and other special events are also held at some sites throughout the weekend.
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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