Counted among the greatest museums in the world for its diverse and extensive collection, the Art Institute of Chicago bears witness to the best of human artistic creation over 5000 years. The collection includes all the genres of art possible – sculpture, paintings, drawings, video, photographs, textiles, prints and other artistic fragments and architectural sketches – all of which fall under the umbrella of what constitutes Art.
The Art Institute of Chicago is also active in conducting lecture programs, symposia, courses and performances to educate the museum-going public about the history and meaning of the artistic items which are on display. Apart from these ways, the art-loving visitor and tourists have other ways to educate themselves. The museum has the tool of the Musecast – an audio lecture which contains interviews of the artists and other media like self-guides and the e-newsletter to provide ample information and a more intimate look at the methods behind the art.
The Art Institute of Chicago is open all through the year apart from Christmas, Thanksgiving and new Year. You can also book tickets for the museum online.
Entry Fees:
For adults: $12
For children, seniors and students: $7
For children below 12 years of age: Free
Timings of the Museum:
Monday–Wednesday, 10:30–5:00
Thursday-Friday, 10:30-9:00
Saturday–Sunday, 10:00–5:00
For a span of some months (May 31st -Aug 31st), the entry to the museum is free from 5pm to 9pm. So if you want a bargain you could target those free evenings. So if you're on a visit to the city, don't miss this foremost tourist attraction in Chicago.
The Art Institute of Chicago
111 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60603-6404
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