I had to make this photo extra large - it's the Tiffany stained glass dome in the CCC. Took a tour to start our morning in this magnificent building - then listened to a West African Dance orchestra - check them out below.
After this lunch hour concert, we headed on over to Millennium Park to walk among the sculptures and fountains - folks had fun playing in the water.
All I can say is WOOOOOW! The intricate design and even more intricate history of the cultural center was breathtaking. In addition the architectural feats in Millennium Park only furthered my aw about the area. It was most enjoyable hearing about from my classmates, a nice break from the traditional tours we had been taking.
ReplyDeleteThis area of our trip was by far, educationally, my favorite. Millennium Park breathed so much life. I believe the most intriguing fact for me was how it became Millennium Park. Built up from dead fire debris into a beautiful, alive, relaxing park. The idea to do that was innovative, creative, and down right... smart. If you get a chance to go back to Mill. Park I suggest taking a nap, that was one of the best decisions I made.
ReplyDeleteThe Cultural Center, had almost too much awe. It was as if each thing we saw, historically, over topped the next thing we saw. The tour just kept getting better and more beautiful. It was like they packed all the coolest things they could find architecturally into one building. The brains, skill, and talent that flowed in and out of Chicago were some of the most honorable and captivating.