Max Grinnell
Travel + Leisure
Chicago, IL, United States
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The Best Free Things to Do in Chicago
The best totally free activities to enjoy in Chicago, Illinois. → Read More
A Weekend At the Loews Chicago in Streeterville
Chicago continues to add wonderful hotels at a dizzying place and the Loews Chicago is certainly one → Read More
Get to Rogers Park to Explore their Public Art! 70+ Murals, Mosaics & Sculptures all FREE
70+ murals, mosaics & sculptures all FREE! If you haven’t been to Rogers Park in some time, you know have a number of new reasons to jump on the Red Line (or the Metra) and make your way up to this diverse and dynamic North Side neighborhood. → Read More
Bottomless Bubbles + A Buffet With Filet Mignon: Why You Must Brunch at Maple & Ash
Located where State and Rush converge in the city’s Gold Coast neighborhood, Maple & Ash continues to receive attention as one of the city’s compelling new steakhouses. Recently, the culinary team launched a Sunday brunch menu that is most certainly worth your close consideration. → Read More
2 Art Institute Exhibits Not To Be Missed: Saul Steinberg and Cauleen Smith
The Art Institute of Chicago always knows how to bring together artists in ways that are thoughtful and whimsical, inviting conversations across artistic styles, periods and mediums. Currently, there are two adjacent exhibits that bring together the work of Saul Steinberg and Cauleen Smith, and they are both delightful. Both exhibits are open until October 29, 2017, and both are included in the… → Read More
T is for the Tribune Tower Wall: Exploring Chicago from A to Z
"T is for the Tribune Tower Wall" is part of an ongoing series exploring Chicago from A to Z, highlighting a unique Chicago place and theme for each letter of the alphabet. Stay tuned for more entries, and learn more about architecture and Chicago history on the blog. → Read More
Visit the New and Improved Crown Fountain in Millennium Park!
What makes these fountains worth a return visit today is that they have had their video screen replaced and the nearby streets have been repaved, making the entire experience even more wonderful than before. The 50-foot high screens now have brighter projection lights and are much more energy efficient, which is a nice touch in an increasingly “green” city. → Read More
New Public Art on the Chicago Riverwalk
Chicago’s public art continues to receive accolades from all corners and even a short walk through the Loop will reveal masterpieces by Louise Nevelson, Pablo Picasso, and Jean Dubuffet. Fortunately, 2017 also happens to be the official Year of Public Art in the city so there are a number of new and compelling installations around the city. → Read More
Frank Lloyd Wright by Bike: Take a Guided Tour of 21 Spots, Part of Celebrate Wright 150
Folks around Chicago and the world are excited about the ongoing celebration of Frank Lloyd Wright’s work as they continue to honor the 150th anniversary of his birth. You may already be in the know if you’re an architecture fan, but even if you're not, the Pedal Oak Park bike tour being offered this summer is a great opportunity to celebrate the architectural master and check out some of his… → Read More
Buy Your Tickets NOW for the Wright Plus 150 Architectural Housewalk!
Hey, did you know it's the 150th anniversary of Frank Lloyd Wright's birth? Did you also know the Chicago suburb of Oak Park is home to the largest... → Read More
The One and Only Virgin Hotels Chicago — Eat, Sleep & Play all under the Same Roof
Sir Richard Branson came to Chicago in a big way and Virgin Hotels Chicago is another delightful reminder of his golden touch. (Quick note: he also appears... → Read More
S is for Swedish American Museum: Exploring Chicago A–Z
Anchoring Andersonville, Chicago's historic Swedish neighborhood, on a vibrant portion of Clark Street, the Swedish American Museum celebrates the... → Read More
Kinzie Hotel + Chicago Riverwalk + Andy's Jazz Club: Where to Stay and Things to Do in River North
If youre coming to Chicago from near or far, you may well enjoy the charms of being out and about in River North. Its right next to the Chicago River... → Read More
A Walking Tour Through Ravenswood: Exploring Chicago A–Z
The colorful Ravenswood corridor in Lincoln Square hugs the Metra right-of-away as it makes its way north through a clutch of North Side Chicago... → Read More
Sightseeing in Lincoln Park: A Bridge off the Beaten Path
If youre a city wanderer like I am, youre probably looking for those curious moments out and about as you walk around. Well, I have a real gem for you in... → Read More
ACME Hotel Chicago: A Rock & Roll Night Out in River North
Perched right on Ohio Street, the ACME Hotel Company Chicago offers up a lodging experience that is the most rock and roll thing about the bustling... → Read More
7 great midcentury-modern moments in Seattle architecture
Urbanologist and former Seattle resident Max Grinnell points out that New York and California are not the only places where you can see great midcentury modernism. The Pacific Northwest lent the movement an indelible style. → Read More
The 7 most monumental moments in Seattle’s built history
Urbanologist and former Seattle resident Max Grinnell has found a few things that have come about over the past 100 years — and haven’t changed yet — that helped define and shape Seattle. → Read More
Nine Things to do in Boston on Black Friday (That Aren’t Shopping)
If you're in town for the Thanksgiving holiday, we've got you covered with things to do in Boston on Black Friday that go beyond shopping. Read on for details. → Read More
Boston’s Best Secret Streets
Boston's famous for its parks and boulevards, but we've unearthed 10 lesser-known stretches worth a visit. Read one for more. → Read More