We meet two cast members of "West Side Story" with local roots who are taking the show on a rare tour across the country. More on the Story: Photo gallery & music from the show "West Side Story" at the Cadillac Palace Theatre "West Side Story" on tour

Trucks are the subject of artist John Himmelfarb's recent obsession. We go under the viaduct and into the Chicago Cultural Center for a look at a convoy on canvas. More on the Story: See a slideshow of paintings & sculptures Himmelfarb at the Cultural Center Himmelfarb's website

We catch a glimpse into Chicago in the 19th century on a tour of the remarkably preserved Glessner House on South Prairie Avenue.

It has been stalled for years by financial troubles and political upheaval. But there actually may soon be a Museum of Broadcast Communications. Paris Schutz shows us some of the hidden TV and radio relics already on display in the museum's new building.

The Adler Planetarium takes you into deep space for an immersive new exhibit. We speak with the president of this Chicago institution about the science behind their latest venture.

Amelia Earhart is just one of many famous names on a quilt with ties to Evanston history. Eddie Arruza tells us about the "curious patchwork" of artifacts currently on display at the Evanston History Center.

The play is called "Chinglish" and its author is the Tony-award winning writer of the acclaimed "M. Butterfly." Eddie Arruza talks with David Henry Hwang about his latest play, which receives its world premiere at the Goodman Theatre on Monday.

He's a Chicago legend and one of the forefathers of the blues. So why has his name been almost forgotten in modern culture? We talk to the author of I Feel So Good: The Life and Times of Big Bill Broonzy.

It's hammer-time when a master of the hammered dulcimer joins us for an in-studio performance. More on the Story: Watch videos of Max ZT's performances Max ZT's website More Cultural Connections online

A futuristic library lands on the University of Chicago campus. But where do they keep the books? Find out when we get a tour of the latest striking addition to Chicago architecture. More on the Story: See photos of the library and watch a video The Library website

The Chicago History Museum is putting its final touches on its newest exhibit. We talk to the curator of "Out in Chicago," a history of Chicago's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community.

From Civil War manuscripts to baseball cards of the world champion Chicago Cubs, we look at some rare artifacts from The Newberry Library's priceless collection that are up for "adoption." Newberry Library 2011 Adoption Program More Cultural Connections online

The world comes to Chicago. We have a preview of the Chicago Humanities Festival. Plus, we hear about the Architecture and Design Film Fest and two more events in an Arts Roundup with Geoffrey Baer.

The international art world comes to Chicago for the Artropolis exhibition at the Merchandise Mart. We find out what's new this year at this annual Chicago tradition. More on the Story: What local galleries are bringing to the show Art Chicago's website

A madman's fantasies are brought to life in a dance by an acclaimed Russian ballet company. When Geoffrey Baer gives us a round-up of Cultural Connections happening in Chicago, we hear about the dance, the Chicago Improv Fest and an art show.

Two new inspired productions are coming to a PBS station near you. Ramsey Lewis and John Jacobsen are here to talk about "Proclamation of Hope" and "The Artist Toolbox". "Proclamation of Hope" documentary "The Artist Toolbox" Ramsey Lewis' website