The river runs backward! In 1887, pollution threatened Lake Michigan from sewage and other discharges dumped into the Chicago River. The Illinois legislature created legislation to reverse the flow. Formerly,…

Farming in Chicago? The Museum of Science and Industry has a section dedicated to agriculture and how the equipment and methods have evolved. Great museum. This one is another must-see…

Mrs. O'Leary's cow did not cause the Chicago fire of 1871! The Driveby Tourist doesn't know if everyone has heard the cow story. To explain, Mrs. O'Leary's cow story lives…

We saw "The Bean"! But, officially the Bean is named Cloud Gate. You've likely seen it if you've seen a few promotional pictures of Chicago. Even though the artist initially…

The Friendly Confines! Yes, that's a nickname for Wrigley Field Chicago Illinois. Of course, The Driveby Tourist and his wife had a great time at the game. Unquestionably, Wrigley is…