The decision to close was based on the plan to close Lake Shore Drive early Saturday, May 19, until the Monday, May 21, evening rush hour, as well as parking restrictions at the Museum Campus. Germann said the museum will still receive exposure from tourists and dignitaries coming before the summit begins or staying a day or two after it ends. The Art Institute , which is in the Loop and near other road closings, will close for the same three days for similar logistical reasons, spokeswoman Erin Hogan told the Tribune.
As for financial impact, there has been no request made for compensation for lost admission revenue, officials from the three museums said. Jennifer Martinez, Chicago NATO host committee spokeswoman, told the Tribune that the decision to close the two additional days was left to each museum. Game times are Friday, p. Saturday and p.
The games are expected to be played, and the public is advised to take public transportation. Oh, and if for some reason you plan on flying your non-commercial plane through the NATO no-fly zone, just don't do it.
For real. Kathy Catrambone , Patch Staff. Find out what's happening in Hinsdale-Clarendon Hills with free, real-time updates from Patch. Let's go! Working Downtown Workers in the Loop, meanwhile, are expecting a hassle, and many companies are urging employees to telecommute , according to the Chicago Tribune.
No-fly Zone Oh, and if for some reason you plan on flying your non-commercial plane through the NATO no-fly zone, just don't do it.
Thank Reply Share. The rules of replying: Be respectful. This is a space for friendly local discussions. No racist, discriminatory, vulgar or threatening language will be tolerated. Street parking will also be prohibited at many areas. Road closures and pedestrian restrictions will be implemented begining at midnight, Saturday, May 19 Friday midnight into Saturday. The affected roadways will open for evening rush hour on Monday, May Map Code developed by Ben Spaulding, Ph.
Fri, May 18 10am to 1pm or completion. How does this affect my trip? Eastbound buses will operate via Washington, LaSalle, Monroe, and State, then resume their normal route on Washington.
Westbound buses are not affected. Allow extra travel time. Why is service being changed? Buses are rerouted due to a public gathering. Sat, May 19 am to pm. May 19 - 20 pm Sat into Sun. Northbound buses will operate via King Drive, 31st, and Michigan to Cermak, then continue their normal route on Michigan. Southbound buses will operate via Michigan and 31st, then continue their normal route on King Drive. Sat, May 19 pm to pm or completion. Buses are rerouted due to street closures for public gatherings and NATO-related events.
Buses are rerouted due to street closures for public gatherings. Northbound buses will operate via Lake Park, 47th, Indiana, and Michigan to Balbo, then continue their normal route on Michigan. Southbound buses will operate via Balbo, Michigan, and 47th, then resume their normal route on Lake Park. Southbound buses will operate via State and 47th, then resume their normal route on Lake Shore Drive.
May 19 - 20 am Sat into Sun. In addition to global leaders, more than 2, journalists and countless demonstrators and activists are expected to inundate the Chicago area. Some protests have already begun. Security measures are in place for the days before the summit and the actual meeting days, Sunday, May 20 and Monday, May 21, when more than 60 heads of state and government will come together to discuss security and stability in the Euro-Atlantic area.
Although you are not a NATO delegate, some of the plans may affect your life during this time. Here is a rundown of the security plans as they now stand. Check websites listed below for any last-minute changes. Passengers on all Metra lines will be subject to screening and baggage checks and severe restrictions on what they can carry on trains from Saturday, May 19 to Monday, May Allowed: Only one bag and it cannot exceed 15 inches square and 4 inches deep.
And Metra is stressing: Only one bag. Not Allowed: Boxes, parcels, luggage, backpacks and bicycles. Leave coffee cups and water bottles at home because liquid and food will be prohibited on all trains. Also prohibited will be tools, including pipes and stakes, as well as pocket knives and pepper spray.
Security guards will not be allowed to carry weapons. All law enforcement personnel must identify themselves and present their credentials and any weapons to Metra. Electric District trains, which run under McCormick Place where the summit is being held, will continue to operate, but some stations will be closed. Riders are being advised to arrive at stations at least 15 minutes before departure to allow for extra screening. Read through Metra's full rundown of security measures, station closures and other information about the NATO Summit on their website.
Commuters can also sign up to receive Metra email alerts should delays or changes occur.
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