A photo essay of suggestions to visit during Chicago’s long winter.
Winters in Chicago can be dreadful, and practicing self-care may look a little different than usual. A great way to keep yourself in a good head space is getting outside, exploring, and finding safe spaces to spend your time in!

Garfield Park Conservatory, exterior.

Garfield Park Conservatory, interior.

Sweet Bean at 1125 S. Wabash Ave

Sweet Bean selections

after-words bookstore at 23 E Illinois St

Foxtrot Market, with multiple locations in North Chicago

Foxtrot Market Selections

Lincoln Park Conservatory

A sweat plant at Lincoln Park Conservatory

Chicago Public Library has 80 branches

A bookshelf at the Chicago Public Library.