Grounds of The Dan Ryan Woods
To have this little slice of nature within our city limits is quite extraordinary. When you step into the grounds at 87th & Western Ave, you are transported to another day, another time. The history of this land and the incredible way the Forest Preserve of cook county maintains these ground are quite remarkable. Grab a soccer ball, pack a picnic blanket and some snacks, use the exercise stairs, bike paths, sledding hills, whatever your pleasure. Added bonus, it’s all free of charge; mother nature at its finest, right in our own backyard. You can even walk right under 87th street from North Beverly through the underground pedestrian tunnels built in the 1930’s. They also offer many events and classes and have an extensive Zip Line course about 20 mins from Beverly. Check out all of their offerings by clicking the link below.
The Vanderpoel Art Museum
Located in the Ridge Park Cultural Center on Longwood Drive, this exquisite collection of Art rivals that of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence and the Art Institute of Chicago. If you have not gazed upon this collection, then you are in for a treat, the first time -and every time after- that you spend amongst these incredible works of Art. For more information on hours and offerings visit their website by clicking below. The Vanderpoel Art Museum is truly a buried treasure that is just waiting to be discovered.
