See all
2,329 photos

Chicago Cultural Center

Museum, Event Space, and Cultural Center

The Loop, Chicago

Save

9.0^/10

1,013

ratings

Ranked #5 for exhibits in Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out Chicago and Explore Chicago
"Free! Beautiful Tiffany dome and architecture."(6 Tips)
"In Preston Bradley Hall, just stand a li'l off to the west and look..."(5 Tips)
"Lovely interior with beautiful tiles & stained glass dome."(4 Tips)
"Art & photo exhibits, Tiffany glass main room is spectacular."(4 Tips)

144 Tips and reviews

Filter:

architecture
tiffany dome
concerts
tours
preston bradley hall
stained glass dome
exhibits
dancing
wifi
scenic views
films
free admission
landmarks
quiet
free Wifi
arts
comfortable
events
library
handmade
(15 more)

Sort:

Popular
Recent

Katie PetroskiAugust 16, 2010
Definitely worth a stop on Monday (free day)- the exhibits and dioramas are amazing! I did pick up some interesting history adaptations that my Texas textbooks must have "left out." Great place!
Ted CoppockNovember 8, 2013
Very nice and enjoyed to stained glass domes and interesting exhibits. Free admission
cami j.July 28, 2017
this place is amazing. fabulous exhibits, and it's all free!!
Hot Tix - Half Price Theatre TicketsAugust 23, 2012
Cross the street to visit the Hot Tix theatre geniuses and buy 1/2 price theatre tickets! Hundreds of shows every week.
Dima ElissaFebruary 24, 2013
Series each Sunday, from September to May, concerts are held in the Preston Bradley Hall at 3pm
Arnoud AalbersbergJune 30, 2015
Great place to spend an evening with the Dutch Royals
Chirag PatelJune 25, 2012
Been here 10+ times
love checking out the interior of this old library. nice art exhibits and other events frequently. free.
Examiner.comJanuary 28, 2011
Drink chai, hear music, people-watch every day at the Chicago Cultural Center. Come and enjoy weekly concerts produced by the International Music Foundation. Read more
Time Out ChicagoJune 4, 2012
This gorgeous city landmark building is home to photography and sculpture exhibitions, and hosts film festivals.
Rachel CJuly 30, 2017
A must. This is what municipal support of community arts programs everywhere should look like.
Time Out ChicagoMay 29, 2012
This gorgeous city landmark building is home to photography and sculpture exhibitions, and hosts film festivals. -LW
Illinois Labor History SocietySeptember 17, 2018
Awesome! Free!
Mike BloombergMarch 12, 2012
On 3/8/12, I was here for the Organization for Economic Co-Operation & Development Conference on mobilizing investments for urban sustainability, job creation, & resilient growth: http://bit.ly/zVJgKd
KambrielAugust 8, 2016
Everything best place for everyone.
Stephen TroutmanJuly 24, 2013
Definitely stop here. Beautiful old Library building and free exhibits!
Samantha MaeAugust 29, 2016
Best free museum in the city.
Maria EvansAugust 5, 2011
Browse the visitors' information center just off the main entrance for free brochures and coupons on Chicago attractions (including $2 for 2nd guest to Hancock Center skydeck)
Jesse BardoNovember 25, 2011
One of the most beautiful buildings in Chicago. Make sure you check out the rotunda upstairs!
Allison KaminskiApril 5, 2016
The stained glass dooms are beautiful!!
John BroccardoFebruary 7, 2015
Places to sit and free wifi, beautiful building and interior.
Diego FDecember 1, 2015
Incredible place a must go stop to any tourist
Dan NurczykMarch 10, 2013
If you're in Chicago during the month of March, come see The Peace On Earth Film Festival.
Amy RobertsonDecember 27, 2014
Free galleries and sitting areas are a good break for tired sightseeing feet
Stephanie SimonMarch 1, 2015
Great place to get lost.
Miriam BilskerAugust 26, 2015
Beautiful mosaics, free concert Wednesday at 12:15 pm
Virginie LiaoJanuary 31, 2016
Free performance every Wednesday starting at around noon.
Burt BlanchardAugust 13, 2015
Excellent exhibits. And staff
PrachiDecember 8, 2009
Check their online calender for series of multi-cultural events which you can attend for free. The ambiance is nice and all performances are reputed and worth an accolade.
Gillespie Guereca AdairJuly 1, 2015
Lovely architecture and great art work
PauJuly 22, 2017
Beautiful architecture.
Juliya SokolovaMay 31, 2017
Free building Tours Wed-Sat at 1.15pm meet in Randolph Hall
Connie ChiuDecember 19, 2014
So many exhibits of wonder.
Gardenia Hung-WittlerOctober 3, 2012
Randolph Café has the Lunchbreak Series Concert at 12:15 p.m.
Liz NeumaierOctober 13, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Shop and swing in for Sunday Salon - sit on sides... Better view:)
DJ Mani MiglaniAugust 16, 2013
The interior of the building is absolutely beautiful and stunning,
Paris LMarch 16, 2016
Ask about group rates and special passes. ;-)
Lewis ClarkeApril 15, 2016
The architecture is incredible!
Catriona HunterNovember 21, 2013
On the third floor is the world's largest Tiffany dome and it's free.
keidra chaneyDecember 1, 2010
Been here 10+ times
I enjoy the free music during lunch hour. there is free Wi-Fi but if you try to plug in your laptop a guard will yell at you.
Andy TaoDecember 31, 2014
Good place to take a rest charge your phones
Harold MasonJune 28, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Great place to spend your lunch hour.
JDFebruary 11, 2013
Go inside, look up, thank me later :-)
Joseph FinnFebruary 13, 2012
A good place to get married when the county uses it one weekend a month.
IlariaJuly 4, 2015
Nice building, check the exhibition
AmandaMay 19, 2016
Best Free Activities according to radicalpossibility.com
Gina DriskellFebruary 3, 2016
The GAR Hall is really nice.
S. Veronika MannFebruary 20, 2014
Check out the Mecca Flat Blues exhibit ... Meow!
John PowellDecember 7, 2015
Beautiful interior!
buckcappaDecember 5, 2011
Go to the fourth floor, and relax in sirenity in the great hall.
Peter DolanAugust 12, 2013
Every time I come in here is a new art experience!

1 2 3

2,329 Photos

Planning a trip to Chicago?

Foursquare can help you find the best places to go to.

Chicago Cultural Center

Related Searches

Places inside Chicago Cultural Center

You might also like

Places people like to go after Chicago Cultural Center

Appears on 682 lists

Top places in the area

Is this your business? Claim it now.