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Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

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Streeterville, Chicago

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Ranked #4 for exhibits in Chicago
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"David Bowie exhibit awesome"(2 Tips)
"The Calder exhibit is pretty awesome - come check it out."(2 Tips)
"your table for the live jazz concerts every Tuesday"(4 Tips)
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MattSeptember 17, 2015
Amazing exhibit on AACM through Nov 22
Museum of Contemporary Art ChicagoNovember 9, 2012
Students get reduced prices on MCA Stage tickets and admission. Check out what's coming up on the MCA Stage: http://mcachicago.org/performances/now/all
Dana ParkerMarch 8, 2015
Some contemporary art is useless, but they do a decent job curating out the stuff I could make in my garage
Lina GonzoAugust 9, 2012
My kids love the Family Fun Saturdays at the Museum. I love that they are learning about art!
Thierry LevenqSeptember 30, 2019
This museum is interesting but it is overrated compared to any other modern art museum in large cities. It’s tiny.
Gil ShepherdJuly 15, 2022
The new Nick Cave Exhibit
dawn.in.newyorkJanuary 22, 2015
The most interesting and fun place in Chicago!
hab le hibouMay 9, 2013
This is an artistic performence : Ghourri Android Painting. My Art Gallery; if you want to follow my artwork: http://ghourri.blogspot.com or @BSA132
P SOctober 8, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Autoxylopyrocycloboros. Say that 5 times fast.
Laura SavinoJuly 14, 2018
Great area for little kids to play
AmeliaNovember 21, 2014
Tuesdays are free for residents--just give your zip code!
Mamadou BahJanuary 10, 2017
The vibe. My Favorite art museum
Thompson HotelsJune 20, 2011
Our concierge Catherine at Sax Chicago recommends the free alfresco jazz performance- every Tuesday from 5:30-8PM.
Sabina KajtezovicApril 30, 2016
Great special exhibits
JauntedApril 16, 2010
BRUNCH BUFFET is the name of the game. Often gets busy on Sundays, so call ahead for reservations. Best way to cram food+art together.
Jeff RyanNovember 30, 2015
Smaller than I expected. Interesting art if you've never been here though.
Phill C.January 6, 2020
Free admission on Tuesdays for residents.
Ms HeleneNovember 10, 2018
4 floors & outdoors
Dima ShJanuary 4, 2015
David Bowie is... Great exhibition even if you are not his fun
Marty ErwinApril 5, 2018
Surprised how small the collection is.
Belit RodriguezDecember 1, 2017
The shop is to die for.
PamOctober 1, 2014
David Bowie Is worth a visit.
Leticia SilvaJanuary 29, 2015
I love it, plus it's only $7
Wynne JacobsonMay 8, 2015
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ShalimarFebruary 28, 2013
The current exhibit - Destroy the Picture: Painting the Void, 1949-1962 is a must see. Up till June 2th.
ChrisJuly 20, 2015
Fun physical exhibits which tease your perception.
LaurieJanuary 28, 2012
Been here 10+ times
First Fridays are always a fun alternative to bars for meeting singles!
Chicago Dancing FestivalJune 25, 2012
Join us for two performances at the MCA as part of Chicago Dancing Festival 2012! If you check in, use #CDF12! Read more
terry mJuly 18, 2013
Not to be a hater, but tile from a guy's bathroom is now art?
Laurin BelloNovember 2, 2014
David Bowie is.... Awesome!
Mark AllenSeptember 21, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Enjoy jazz concerts and bar and grill during Tuesdays on the Terrace all summer long.
Sara LJanuary 10, 2012
Free Tuesdays until 8pm! Look on their website to see who is speaking or performing
StreetWise_CHIAugust 3, 2012
We're a work of art. You're looking at art. Let's make beautiful art together ;)
Juan DiegoOctober 18, 2016
Amazing come check it out ;)
Taylor WilliamsNovember 24, 2013
Kids under 12 get in free!
Michelle AkinDecember 20, 2014
The Dave exhibit
Fiona QJuly 10, 2010
Calder exhibit is worth a short trip, paired with complimentary exhibit from other comtemporary artists, wasn't disapponted.
Michael B.July 31, 2012
This is a nice place 2 go 2 & look @ contemporary art.
Christopher MarianoMarch 9, 2010
Been here 100+ times
Free on Tuesdays. During the summer, catch their Tuesdays on the Terrace. Free jazz. Free art. Good shit.
Janelle PetersMarch 7, 2015
Exceptional flamenco workshop... on stage!
Joellen BurgerApril 1, 2015
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John MillsOctober 9, 2016
Good for an afternoon visit
Jessie BarberApril 3, 2010
They have an amazing gift shop — I could seriously spend so much time (and money) in that place!
AmandaMay 19, 2016
Free Museum Days - Best Free Activities according to radicalpossibility.com
Alice GraphixSeptember 25, 2011
Checking out some modern art is always a good way to get your mind going
DavidOctober 7, 2012
Sometimes I wonder if contemporary art is a joke the artist is playing on the world.
Araceli ArroyoFebruary 4, 2012
Great collection, ever changing exhibits
Michael BurkeNovember 26, 2014
Always something to see at MCA!
TopshopJune 19, 2012
The best way to spend a rainy day in the city.
Joellen BurgerMarch 26, 2015
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