Chicago And Its Art: Just How Dumb Can A City Be?

I read with morbid interest this article from one of Philadelphia’s TV stations, thumping its city on the back for its public art collection: https://www.nbcphiladelphia.com/entertainment/the-scene/philadelphia-best-street-art-usa-today/4120492/ It says, “The City of Brotherly Love has reclaimed its title as the nation’s Best City for Street Art in the USA TODAY 10 Best Continue Reading

UPDATE: The Eagle Fountains: Where Have They Been?

August 20, 2024 This is an update to this entry, first published in 2019. I received an inquiry from a friend about the Eagle Fountains, asking why they’re still not back in place. I queried my contact at the Chicago Park District and got this reply: “Restoration of the fountains Continue Reading