American Optical sunglasses have been worn by JFK, Malcom X, at the Apollo 11 launch and they were made in Vernon Hills, Illinois.
Chicago Costume Company started with one woman making elaborate costumes for a local theater company. Almost 40 years later, it's one of the city's go-to spots for anyone who likes to dress up.
George Stephen Sr. looked at the Lake Michigan marine buoys that Weber manufactured and wondered if he could cut the buoy in half, cover his searing steak and lock in the barbecue flavor.
Need chopped spinach and bananas? No need to stop at the grocery store.
You may have this product somewhere in your house right now. Method cleaning supplies are made right here in Chicagoland in a place nicknamed the "The South Side Soapbox."
The harp is known as one of the world's oldest instruments. Today, the harp most recognized around the world is made right here in Chicago's West Loop, at Lyon and Healy.