Beyond the Show Floor.(American Welding Society's convention in Chicago, Illinois)(Brief Article)

Welding Design & Fabrication, March, 2000

Chicago, tourist mecca of the Midwest, offers visitors bountiful shops, mesmerizing museums, fine restaurants, and an electric nightlife.

During your visit to Chicago, stroll along part of the 29-mile lakefront, savor the adventure of fine restaurants, walk through one of the city's renowned museums, or spend a magical evening at the theater. The neighborhood sidewalks of Chicago offer a collage of sights, sounds, and tastes that make up one of the most ethnically diverse and architecturally celebrated cities in the world.

Chicago is a blend of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Turn-of-the-century landmarks stand shoulder to shoulder with tomorrow's architecture. Horsedrawn carriages amble through town alongside cars, buses, and taxis. Downtown Chicago...