What could be more beautiful than climbing up in the sky watching a huge metropolis? The first observation wheel, built in Chicago back in 1893, marked the beginning of a race between cities in height ...

We took a tour to check it out. Our docent was Steve Gersten, a retired trader and architecture buff. Here's what we learned.

As plans for the World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago ... Ferris’ wheel, notably an 89,320-pound axle that had to be hoisted onto two towers 140 feet in the air. Launched on June 21, 1893 ...

Ever since The World’s Fair debuted in 1851, people worldwide have been fascinated by the creativity, inspiration and ideas showcased at the esteemed event. Since then, the World’s Fair has ...

Though the U.S. honors workers in September — with Labor Day, which also has Chicago roots — the May 1886 events are commemorated in Chicago by a memorial on Desplaines Street, north of Randolph ...

May 1 has been a day of significance in Chicago's history, marked by labor movements, cultural milestones, and groundbreaking achievements. From the fight for workers' rights to the celebration of ...

This is where you'll find Navy Pier, a popular family hangout thanks to attractions like the Chicago Children's Museum and a 196-foot-tall Ferris wheel ... that the famous 1893 World's Columbian ...