"Illumination" at the Morton Arboretum

After two days in Washington, DC, and two days in Pittsburgh, we've moved on to Chicago on our pre-Christmas family tour. Last night we attended the "Illumination" at the Morton Arboretum. That's an after-dark light and sound extravaganza that runs from mid-November through December. Last night there was no snow on the ground, and the temperature was just barely above freezing -- not bad for this time of year.

The 1-mile route starts at the Visitor Center. The outside trees are reflected in the Center's windows.

Near the beginning, most of the trees are outlined in lights.

Meadow Lake, near the Visitor Center, has a dazzling show of constantly changing colors and lights.

The light display gives a ghostly glow to a tree.

The music-and-light display near the end of the trail.

Returning to the Visitor Center and the starting point.

There are a number of displays that have to be experienced, not photographed. Warm beverages are available to ward off the winter chill. Taking "selfies" is a challenge -- it helps to use the "flashlight" on a second phone to illuminate your face!