The Five Most Anticipated Parks; New Streeterville Tower; More

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And now the latest from Curbed Chicago, covering everything you need to know about the city's neighborhoods and real estate.

EVERYWHERE— As Chicago looks to increase its presence on the global stage, it's no coincidence that five great public spaces are simultaneously in the works. Here are the five most anticipated parks that Chicagoans can't wait for.

STREETERVILLE— Developer Related Midwest has teamed up with NYC-based star architect Robert A.M. Stern to bring a 67 story tower to Streeterville.

EVERYWHERE— The city is full of art— you just have to know where to find it. We've pieced together a map of 51 neighborhood murals you really just need to go see right now.

EVERYWHERE— For decades, Chicagoans have enjoyed the many public spaces that make up the city's park district. And fortunately, the Library of Congress has cataloged a century's worth of images of Windy City residents enjoying the great outdoors.