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        • “Ancient Americas.” 9am–5pm. The Field Museum, Printers Row/South Loop.

        • The Dollar Store 9pm. Hideout, Bucktown/Wicker Park.

        • Wild Ocean 9:30am–4pm. Museum of Science and Industry, Bronzeville/Hyde Park/South Shore.

        • “Chic Chicago: Couture Treasures from the Chicago History Museum.” 9:30am–4:30pm. Chicago History Museum, Old Town/River North.

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