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Location
Directions to Chicago-Kent
Accomodations
Transportation
Tourism

Location of the Symposium

At its very central down-town location, Chicago-Kent College of Law will host the Symposium. Chicago-Kent College of Law is located on IIT's Downtown Campus at 565 West Adams Street (at the corner of Adams and Jefferson Streets) in Chicago's west Loop, one block west of Union Station and three blocks south of the Chicago & Northwestern Train Station. Parking is available at several parking lots near the school and on the surrounding streets at parking meters.

Directions to Chicago-Kent

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From expressways north of Chicago: Follow I-90/94 east to the Monroe Street exit. Proceed east (toward downtown) three blocks to Clinton Street. Turn right (south) and continue one block to West Adams Street. Turn right. The law school will be the second building on your left.

From expressways south or west of Chicago: Follow either I-290 (Eisenhower Expressway) or I-55 (Stevenson Expressway) to I-90/94 west. Follow I-90/94 to the Monroe Street exit. Proceed east (toward downtown) three blocks to Clinton Street. Turn right (south) and continue one block to West Adams Street. Turn right. The law school will be the second building on your left.

Accommodations

Special hotel rates are available for JDSS attendees. Please be sure to mention “Chicago-Kent College of Law” when making your hotel arrangements with:

Midland Hotel - Chicago Metro
172 West Adams Street
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone Number: (312) 332-1200
Toll Free Number: (800) 621-2360
Fax Number: (312) 332-5909
http://www.midlandhotelchicago.com

Transportation

Transportation between hotels and either O’Hare or Midway airports can be arranged through Continental Air Transport. For schedule information or reservations, call (312) 454-7800. 

Public transportation to and from both O’Hare and Midway airports is available. The Chicago Transportation Authority (CTA) offers an information line that will tell you the best public transportation route to your destination. For information, call (312) 836-7000. 

Tourism

Served by its major national and international air hub, Chicago is a vital centre of legal practice, and legal research. However, Chicago is famous not only for its unparalleled intellectual history. Situated on the magnificent Lake Michigan; filled with the most daring architecture imaginable; wonderful museums, and, vibrant musical tapestry, Chicago represents a highly rewarding location for delegates. For tourism information, visit Chicago's local website: http://www.ci.chi.il.us/Tourism/.