Wednesday 3/11

From there, we headed to the Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago. Once we arrived, we split into three small groups and spent about an hour exploring the exhibits with guides. Along the way we learned about different contemporary artists and the many ways they express ideas and emotions through their work.

After the tour, we participated in an art lesson inspired by some of the exhibits we had seen. Some of the pieces explored dystopian themes, so we were challenged to create our own representations of a dystopian world. It was a fun opportunity to think creatively and apply what we had just learned. Before leaving, we made a quick stop in the gift shop and then walked a short distance to grab lunch

For lunch we visited the Starbucks Reserve Roastery Chicago, the largest Starbucks in the world. It was exciting to see such a unique location and try pastries and menu items that aren’t available at the Starbucks back home. While we were eating, snow began to fall outside the building’s large windows, which made for a magical Chicago moment.

After lunch we met downstairs and walked to our next activity: an Afrobeats dance class. The class was energetic and a lot of fun, and everyone had the chance to dance and move after a busy morning.

Later in the afternoon we returned to the hotel to rest and get ready for a special evening. Everyone dressed up before walking to dinner at the historic The Berghoff Restaurant. We shared a long table and enjoyed a delicious meal together while reflecting on the day. After dinner we walked to CIBC Theatre to see Hamilton. The performance was incredible, and by the time the three-hour show ended, everyone was wishing it could continue. We finished the night by walking back to the hotel, tired but excited, with new favorite songs and plenty of great memories from another amazing day in Chicago.