Getting Our Art On

We took another train ride into Chicago. 

It was complete with lessons on reading public transportation schedules.  There was even a pop quiz!

This time our destination was the Chicago Art Institute. First stop?  The Thorn Rooms (as featured in the series 68 Rooms).  We were all seriously impressed!

After we emerged from the tiny displays, we hit some high points:

Chagall's American Windows--

Some abstract art--

The impressionists--

Then the boys stepped in to be our tour guides and led us to the arms and armor exhibit.

After we filled our eyes with creativity, we headed home on the train again. Owen played the role of a true commuter and took a nap on the train. 

Chicago, Chicago

The Baleikos, Friedmans, and Rogers headed in to the Windy City via train today.  The Rogers kids have never been to downtown Chicago before, so when we exited Union Station they were instantly amazed (the Friedmans thought it was pretty cool too).