No, it’s not a monster bent on destroying the city—it’s a bird, a flamingo to be exact! Chris DeRose explains one of Alexander Calder’s most famous sculptures.
What do 17th century French explorers have to do with the Chicago River? Find out as Chris DeRose explores the rich history of Chicago’s downtown waterway.
Is it Soldier Field, or Soldiers' Field? Chris DeRose tackles the history behind the famous home of the Chicago Bears in anticipation of football season’s arrival.
A triumph of old-fashioned architecture, Chris DeRose highlights the Monadnock building, a 16-story office building supported by 6-foot-thick walls around its base.
It’s a Chicago-style caper involving the theft of priceless art! Chris DeRose shares the thrilling story behind the two statues that sit outside the Chicago Board of Trade.
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