The Art Institute of Chicago
Art Museum
Grant Park, Chicago
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"I loved the weapons, Degas, Van Gogh, and Seurat."(20 Tips)
"Incredible collection of impressionist art (Manet, Monet, Degas)."(18 Tips)
"Beautiful Impressionism and European art before 1900 collection."(14 Tips)
"Love After Dark and Free admission Thursdays!!"(12 Tips)
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ScoutmobNovember 28, 2011The School of the Art Institute continuously looped "The Cure for Insomnia," at its premiere. The movie is EIGHTY SEVEN HOURS long.
Be sure to have Illinois/Chicago ID for all your people to get $5 off tix. They won't give it without ID.
Stephen SheppardJanuary 8, 2012Try paying with bank of america credit card. You Will get free admission once a month!!
I love the Gerhard Richter paintings in Gallery 296.
Don't forget to show proof you live in Illinois for free admission. .
School of the Art Institute of ChicagoMay 19, 2011MacLean Media Center Resale Summer 2011 HoursOpen: May 31-August 19, M-F, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Closed: May 16-30, June 27-July 1, July 4, August 22-29
Love the building as much as its contents. The modern wing is beautiful.
Thadd HoldinghausenMarch 29, 2013You can carry a backpack anyway but the right way....nothing on your back? Odd rule. On the side, in front, or in your hand...
Victoria SudingJuly 20, 2012The Roy Lichtenstein exhibit is currently at AIC. Very interesting look at comic art.
Semra TorosJuly 22, 2011Balcony Café is the perfect place to relax during your visit to the Modern Wing.
Thompson HotelsJune 20, 2011Our concierge Catherine at Sax Chicago recommends visiting the Art Institute on the 1st & 2nd Wednesdays of each month for complimentary admission.
Dan GakenDecember 31, 2011Visit in the afternoon to avoid the masses of school groups that visit in the morning!
Diego RufoMarch 28, 2011It's a major prestigious destination you must add on your list of places to visit in Chicago. Read more
Michael DeeryMay 29, 2014Open late to 8pm on Thursday, use ur voucher from your tour bus to get $2OFF
Alexander NikonovSeptember 8, 2013A lot things to see. Make sure you have at least 3 hours at your disposal.
Become a member and enjoy complimentary tea and coffee in the lounge.
Adrienne WagnerMarch 13, 2011Give yourself enough time to really explore..you could spend an entire weekend looking at exhibits!
SarahMarch 5, 2011be sure to check out the gift store. it's more awesome than MOMA New York or LACMA.
Tracy HitchinsJuly 18, 2010Definitely take advantage of the free evening on Thursday. However the Vitale Family Room (for little ones to play) does NOT stay open during this time. There really isn't much for young kids to do
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The Art Institute of Chicago
111 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe St & Jackson Dr)
Chicago, IL 60603
United States
Chicago, IL 60603
United States
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon, Fri–Sun
- 11:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Thu
- 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
(312) 443-3600
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Yes (incl. American Express)
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- 8.5
"Beautiful addition to the AIC. Nice to see modern on display all the time. Also a fantastic gift shop here and a very good restaurant."
Kirstjen Lorenz - 8.8
"Good neighbourhood, good place, amazing buildinds vue with good architecture let´s go for the visit !"
Lindsey DopeFashnLee - 8.5
"Great place for a relatively quiet lunch in the middle of downtown."
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- 8.8
"Was a very cool museum. The exhibits change frequently so there is always something cool to experience. We had a hard time finding this place. Admission prices are very reasonable. Staff friendly."
Claire Watkiss - 8.3
"Home of the Chicago Kids Company Theater. Tickets for most shows are $10, are appropriate for all ages, and usually include a meet and greet with the characters after the show."
venessa tarbell - 7.9
"Pretty good diversity in their private collection and regular rotation of specials. Small museum (2 floors), but also free. Worth a visit."
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Kay Burnett - 9.4
"awesome place! crowded in afternoons/weekends but if you go early during the week you might be able to get a solo shot of your reflection."
Melanie Carter - 8.0
"The shrimp cake is excellent, and even better if you add the lobster hollandaise."
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