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Kids
Family-friendly things to do with kids in and around Chicago

The all-time best Chicago museums
The best museums in Chicago are both educational and fun.

Where to go ice skating in Chicago
You can even sign up for free classes at some of these spots.

26 stunning pieces of public art in Chicago
Bundle up and see the sights!

Things to do outdoors this winter in Chicago
A blanket of fresh snow won't stop most locals from finding amazing things to do outside in Chicago.
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Museum of Science and Industry
Interactivity is the name of the game at this fun and family-friendly museum

Beginner's Art Studio at Wonder Works
Kiddos can explore their artistic sides at Oak Park's creative children's museum


Martial Arts Training Temple
Get one month of Shaolin Kung-Fu for only $55 at Martial Arts Training Temple
Best spots to play

Hiking trails for the whole family
Explore great hiking trails, all within a few hours' drive

Top children’s museums
Get your play on!

Art classes for kids
Channel your kids' artistic energy off of your walls and into a less damaging direction at these art classes

Toy stores in Chicago
These well curated shops often have fun displays for hands-on playing.
Chicago parent survival guide

Places to get kids’ haircuts in Chicago
Taking your kids to the hair salon is a whole different ballgame

Watch Barack and Michelle Obama read a children’s book
Let the Obamas handle storytime tonight.
Taking your kids to the hair salon is a whole different ballgame

Places to get kids’ haircuts in Chicago
Taking your kids to the hair salon is a whole different ballgame

Watch Barack and Michelle Obama read a children’s book
Let the Obamas handle storytime tonight.

Kid-approved eats at Time Out Market Chicago
There's plenty here for young diners to devour, too.

Story Time with Drag Queens puts a new face on kid lit
“A lot of them, I have found, don’t even see gender with us. A lot of them just call us ‘princesses.'"

25 reasons why Chicago is the best city to raise kids
Don't move to the suburbs until you read this list