We had some good views at the Art Institute's just opening Gauguin Exhibit. It is fascinating and we hope to make another visit in a couple of weeks. Beautifully arranged.
We had some good eats at Miller's Pub (an Italian Omelet), the Greek Islands (Braised Lamb Shank), and the Art Institute Cafe (Lime Shrimp Taco's)
Tuesday morning found us aboard Chicago's First Lady for a top notch architecture tour guided by a docent from the Chicago Architecture Foundation. We had not taken this cruise for a number of years and wow has the riverscape changed. Lot's of new buildings, the expanded Riverwalk itself, and a pristine day made for a marvelous sailing. Nothing still quite as impressive as the Chicago Skyline as viewed from the mouth of the river.
Hate to say it but the Trump Tower is an eyeful no matter your political leanings.
As is the European Renaissance inspired Wrigley Building.
Yet for just plain look at me originality the 1967 Marina City twin towers still get my vote for a striking form that has lasted over the years.
No doubt the older structures emanate solidity and comfort, but the new mirror clad behemoths are just plain dazzling as they blend into and reflect the cloud puffy sky.
To get more information on The Chicago Architecture Foundation's walks and cruises go to
http://architectural.org
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