Did you know that Chicago is home to the largest Tiffany-stained glass dome in the world? Or that critically-acclaimed art exhibits, performances, lectures and film screenings are available to you every day for free all under one roof? This and more can be found at the historic Chicago Cultural Center.The Chicago Cultural Center is one of the city's ten most popular attractions. It’s considered one of the most comprehensive arts showcases in the United States. Taking up an entire city block, it is physically massive. And presenting more than 700 free programs a year, it's a liberal arts goldmine. You can spend hours admiring the architectural splendor of this incredible gem or just stop in for a quick dose of culture.Popularly known as the "People's Palace," the building was constructed at the end of the 19th century and was originally built as the city’s central library, as well as a monument to the Civil War’s Grand Army of the Republic. It was designed in the Classical Revival style, taking inspiration from the monumental structures of ancient Greece and Rome and the finely detailed buildings of the Italian Renaissance. The library was moved to the newly constructed Harold Washington Library on State Street several decades ago. The building now serves as home for the Office of Cultural Affairs, and is also home to one of the city's Visitor Information Centers.During your stay, be sure to step inside to see the magnificently restored 38-foot Tiffany stained-glass dome, located at the south side of building. Approximately 30,000 pieces of glass were used in the construction. There's an equally impressive 40-foot-diameter dome on the north side of the building, with around 50,000 pieces of glass in an intricate Renaissance pattern, designed by Healy & Millet. With its historic interiors restored to their original grandeur, the Chicago Cultural Center is listed as a Chicago Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places.Welcome!Photo Chicago Cultural Center by JohnPickenPhoto is licensed under CC BY 2.0