Genealogy

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, so what do you see? Chicagoans from all over the city and beyond share their favorite beautiful places and tell us why they find them beautiful. Is yours a park? A particular building? A street? A house of worship? A hidden gem? Or is it something else altogether? Tell us your favorite spot in or around the city and the reason it holds a special place in your heart, and we may share it below!

Share your favorite spot in the city and the reason it holds a special place in your heart. Chicago is a vibrant and diverse city that offers endless opportunities to explore, discover and enjoy. From its stunning architecture and world-renowned museums to its vibrant neighborhoods, beautiful parks and scenic waterfront, let's celebrate Chicago's unique and wonderful places together!

Geoffrey Baer takes us through some of his favorite beautiful Chicago locations. Take this a-la-carte tour at your leisure — by CTA, bike, car, or, if you're really ambitious, on foot! Be sure to check if any of the indoor locations require reservations or tours for entry.

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They walk through prison gates with little more than a bus ticket and $20. After spending months or years counting down their sentences, they have days or hours to find food, housing, education, healthcare and a job. WTTW’s Firsthand: Life After Prison offers an intimate look at the challenges and opportunities facing people returning to society after spending time in prison, as they seek to restart their lives while carrying the stigma of a criminal record.

This discussion guide provides questions and resources to help viewers and community facilitators connect with the WTTW FIRSTHAND: Life After Prison series through a personalized reflective learning process.

FIRSTHAND: Life After Prison offers an intimate look at the challenges and opportunities facing people returning to society after spending time in prison, as they seek to restart their lives while carrying the stigma of a criminal record. WTTW explores re-entry in a documentary series, expert talks, text and visual journalism, and community discussions.