American Girl Place Chicago

Welcome to American Girl Place Chicago

Located at the famous Water Tower Place, our Chicago store features specialty shops, private dining, the exclusive Celebration Screen, and so much more. change location

835 N. Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 60611

Chicago experiences

Shopping

Find shops featuring all of our characters—from historical favorites to My American Girl® dolls to our current Girl of the Year—plus Bitty Baby and the Bitty Twins. Add to the fun by exploring outfits, accessories, and furniture that help make every doll's world complete. Then browse our bookstore with titles that open up girls' imaginations. And don't miss Avenue AG, featuring specialty shops like Creativi-Tees for designing matching doll and girl T-shirts, plus more fun stops filled with adorable accessories, inspirational posters, treats to eat, and other surprises. Learn more

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Dining

Chicago’s American Girl Cafe is the place for brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner, and parties. For reservations and seating times, call toll-free 877-247-5223. Now accepting reservations through October 18 . Prices subject to change. Learn more

Brunch is $19 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Seating time: 9:30 a.m.
Lunch is $22 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Seating times: 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
Afternoon Tea is $19 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Seating time: 4 p.m.
Dinner is $23 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. Seating times: 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m.

Dining is offered only at the seating times listed. Reservations are recommended to ensure the seating time is available. A lack of reservations may result in the cancellation of a seating time.

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Photo Studio

Your favorite girl can pose for a picture at the Photo Studio and take home a souvenir issue of American Girl^® magazine with her face on the cover. Plus, our larger-than-life Celebration Screen lets girls shine in a whole new way. Learn more

Doll Hair Salon

Let one of our stylists treat your girl’s American Girl doll to a new ’do! Visit the Doll Hair Salon and watch our specialists work their magic. Learn more

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Upcoming Events

Summer Author Tour: Meet Kathleen Ernst

Celebrate summer reading with American Girl! From heartwarming fiction to just-for-fun activities, we create the books girls love. This summer, your girl can meet author Kathleen Ernst! She created the Caroline Abbott series about a brave girl growing up during the War of 1812.

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American Girl Historical Character Scavenger Hunt

Learn about the beloved American Girl historical characters! Your girl will go on a scavenger hunt throughout the store, collecting fun facts about each historical character along the way. She’ll discover what it was like to grow up in America’s past, and find hidden clues she’ll need to solve a fun puzzle. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end!

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American Girl Dinner and Chicago’s First Lady® River Cruise

Enjoy an enchanting evening with your girl in Chicago! Your special time together starts at American Girl Place, where you’ll enjoy a delicious meal in the Cafe. Then, you’ll embark on a private cruise along the Chicago River to see the city’s incredible skyline! A docent from the Chicago Architecture Foundation will guide you through the design of some of the world’s most famous buildings along the riverfront, and provide captivating stories about important events the American Girl historical characters might have experienced. Round-trip bus transportation between American Girl Place and the cruise dock provided by Chicago Gray Line.

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Summer Reading Bookmark Craft

Celebrate summer! She can make and decorate a pretty bookmark craft inspired by American Girl’s activity books.

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Summer Author Tour: Meet Dr. Cara Natterson

Get into summer reading with American Girl! From heartwarming fiction to expert advice, we create the books girls love. During this summer book tour, your girl can meet Dr. Cara Natterson! She’s the author of The Care & Keeping of You 2, our bestselling body book for older girls.

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Parties & special packages

Plan an extra-special visit to American Girl Place that’s perfect from start to finish. Call for reservations: 877-247-5223. Prices subject to change. See all the Special Packages

Cafe Birthday Celebration

Throw her a party American Girl style—at the Cafe. $34 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.

Deluxe Birthday Celebration

Features everything she loves, all in a private dining area. $54 per person, excluding tax and gratuity.

A Day at American Girl Place

She’ll spend a day filled with fun and surprises. $255 for one child and one adult.

Late Night at American Girl Place

Girls get American Girl Place all to themselves. $195 per person. $240 per person for Deluxe package.

Jun 20 – Jul 19, 2013

Special events

For events that require reservations, please call 877-247-5223.

Thursday, June 20, 2013

11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Art Event with Crayola® Model Magic

Let creativity take flight! In her stories, Saige loves to ride in her father’s hot-air balloon. During this free art event, your girl can create a mini hot-air balloon sculpture using Crayola® Model Magic.
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11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

Learn about Saige, our newest Girl of the Year! Your girl will go on a fun-filled scavenger hunt, collecting fun facts about Saige along the way. Plus, she’ll get a free American Girl poster at the end!
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Friday, June 21, 2013

3:00 p.m.

Julie’s Bracelet Craft

Your girl can try her hand at an activity Julie would have loved! She’ll make her own funky felt cuff bracelet to wear, inspired by the fashions of the 1970s.
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3:00 p.m.

American Girl Historical Character Scavenger Hunt

7:30 p.m.

Julie’s Seventies Party

American Girl celebrates Julie! Join us for this special party event to learn about Julie’s life in the ’70s. Have fun with your favorite girl while playing 1970s trivia and enjoying a delicious meal. Includes an American Girl book to take home, plus a keepsake booklet with activities and journaling pages to help commemorate this memorable day.
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Saturday, June 22, 2013

8:15 a.m.

Sporty Styles

Discover our experts’ secrets for pulling off sporty styles! Your girl will learn how to create fresh and fun ’dos for her doll on game days. Includes easy-to-follow tips, plus doll hair accessories to take home.
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Tuesday, June 25, 2013

11:00 a.m.

Summer Reading Bookmark Craft

Celebrate summer! She can make and decorate a pretty bookmark craft inspired by American Girl’s activity books.
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11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

7:30 p.m.

An American Girl Evening in Chicago: John Hancock Observatory

Take in the sparkling sights of Chicago! You and your girl will savor a delicious meal in the American Girl Cafe. Then, you’ll enjoy a special visit to John Hancock Observatory for games, activities, and a spectacular fireworks show.
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Thursday, June 27, 2013

11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Art Event with Crayola® Model Magic

11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

Friday, June 28, 2013

9:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Horse Collage Craft

Your girl’s creativity can shine, just like Saige — our newest Girl of the Year! During this free event, your girl can create a paper collage inspired by Saige’s love of horses and art.
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11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Art Event with Crayola® Model Magic

3:00 p.m.

Saige in the Spotlight Movie Viewing Event

Be among the first to see American Girl’s newest movie—starring Saige, our 2013 Girl of the Year! Join us for the big-screen premiere of Saige Paints the Sky, the all-new movie inspired by Saige’s stories. Each girl who attends gets a special goody bag to take home.
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5:30 p.m.

Saige in the Spotlight Movie Viewing Event

Saturday, June 29, 2013

8:15 a.m.

Sporty Styles

3:00 p.m.

Saige’s Horse Collage Craft

3:00 p.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

7:30 p.m.

Saige’s Celebration

Join us to celebrate Saige, our newest Girl of the Year! She loves to paint and ride horses, and uses her imagination to create art and inspire change. Girls will learn about this new contemporary character, make fun crafts, and enjoy a delicious meal. Includes an American Girl book to take home.
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Tuesday, July 2, 2013

11:00 a.m.

Summer Reading Bookmark Craft

Celebrate summer! She can make and decorate a pretty bookmark craft inspired by American Girl’s activity books.
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11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

1:00 p.m.

Summer Author Tour: Meet Kathleen Ernst

Thursday, July 4, 2013

11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Art Event with Crayola® Model Magic

11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

Friday, July 5, 2013

11:00 a.m.

American Girl Historical Character Scavenger Hunt

11:00 a.m.

Molly’s Victory Garden Craft

In Molly’s day, many families grew "victory gardens" to help the war effort. Your girl can decorate a mini flower pot that’s perfect for taking home to plant her own victory garden.
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Saturday, July 6, 2013

8:15 a.m.

Doll Care Secrets

She can learn how to care for her doll’s skin and hair from the experts at American Girl. This pampering session in the Doll Hair Salon includes “spa-tacular” extras and tips for doll care at home.
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Tuesday, July 9, 2013

11:00 a.m.

Summer Reading Bookmark Craft

Celebrate summer! She can make and decorate a pretty bookmark craft inspired by American Girl’s activity books.
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11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

7:30 p.m.

An American Girl Evening in Chicago: John Hancock Observatory

Thursday, July 11, 2013

11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Art Event with Crayola® Model Magic

11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, July 13, 2013

8:15 a.m.

Doll Care Secrets

Monday, July 15, 2013

2:00 p.m.

American Girl at Wrigley Field Tour

Experience a behind-the-scenes look at Wrigley Field with your girl! Your afternoon together begins at American Girl Place Chicago, where you’ll board the bus for a one-hour walking tour of Wrigley Field. Then, it’s back on the bus in time for a delicious dinner at American Girl Café. Round-trip transportation from American Girl to Wrigley Field is provided.
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Tuesday, July 16, 2013

11:00 a.m.

Summer Reading Bookmark Craft

Celebrate summer! She can make and decorate a pretty bookmark craft inspired by American Girl’s activity books.
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11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

Thursday, July 18, 2013

9:00 a.m.

American Girl at Dr. Seuss’ The Cat In The Hat

Share a delightful day with your special girl! Begin your morning together with a delicious brunch in the American Girl Cafe. Then, take your seats in The Broadway Playhouse at Water Tower Place, where you’ll enjoy a play that brings Dr. Seuss’ beloved children’s book The Cat in the Hat to life.
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11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Art Event with Crayola® Model Magic

11:00 a.m.

Saige’s Scavenger Hunt

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Plan your visit

Find the information you need to make your visit easy and enjoyable:

For more information, e-mail us or call 877-247-5223.

Frequently asked questions about American Girl Place

What can I expect at the Doll Hair Salon?: The Doll Hair Salon is where dolls get the special attention they deserve. Choose from a variety of new hairdos, and our stylists will make it happen. They can even pamper your girl’s doll with a package that makes her shine.
What if I have a group?: We welcome Girl Scout troops, birthday parties, corporations, school field trips, travel groups, book clubs, and more. Call 877-247-5223 to arrange a special visit. Available for groups of 20 or more.
Do I need reservations?: Reservations are needed for Cafe seatings and can be booked online for up to seven guests. To book for more than seven guests or to book for special events and packages that require reservations, call 877-247-5223.
What if I need to change my reservation?: For Cafe reservations, please adjust your booking online at least 24 hours beforehand if you have a change in the number of guests or if you need to cancel or re-schedule. Please note that event registrations are non-exchangeable and non-refundable.
Do you have a Doll Hospital?: Yes—your girl can bring in her doll for everything from general cleaning to “major surgery.” She’ll visit our Doll Hospital, and once she’s feeling better (in about two weeks), we’ll send her home, safe and sound.
What is Personal Shopping about?: Let one of our shopping experts assist you with advice, ideas, purchases, and more. To schedule an appointment, simply fill out our contact form. This complimentary service is available at all American Girl stores.
How do I request a charitable donation?: Please review the guidelines and requirements to determine your eligibility for a charitable donation, then complete and submit the charitable donation Request Form.

Dining reservations: book online | Party or event reservations: call 877-247-5223