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The Field Museum

The Field Museum

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The Field Museum
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    Ranked #1 for exhibits in Chicago
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    The folks at Time Out Chicago and AFAR Media like this place. Would you agree?
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    jaimie lee m.
    "Make sure you see the mummy exhibit, it's pretty awesome!"(10 Tips)
    Gina
    "Dinosaurs, cultural artifacts and beautiful building by the lake."(25 Tips)
    Michael C.
    "The Hall of Gems and the History of Earth are amazing."(5 Tips)
    Ivan G.
    "Ancient Egypt exhibit has a great collection!"(5 Tips)
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  • Charlotte V.
    Charlotte Van der vorstNovember 2, 2013
    It is great with children
  • Pukkaheart icon on user image
    PukkaFebruary 17, 2019
    Good function thisMuseum
  • Nathan C.
    Nathan ChoboAugust 25, 2018
    Free access today for Chicago residents
  • Michelle V.
    Michelle VrkljanAugust 15, 2014
    Who doesn't love looking at old dinosaurs?
  • Brent C.heart icon on user image
    Brent CaswellAugust 6, 2015
    Good view of the firework.
  • Erika H.
    Erika HJanuary 6, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Check out Restoring Earth, it is the best!
  • Sue t.
    Sue theTrexJune 23, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    What are you waiting for? Grab some 3D Glasses and come check out my movie upstairs!
  • Amy S.
    Amy SchuldtMarch 14, 2013
    Don't wear a coat if possible. Coat check is $2 an item.
  • TeeGeeBoy
    TeeGeeBoyJune 17, 2012
    Museum's so cool. It has free wifi too. :)
  • Robin S.
    Robin SchultzNovember 5, 2011
    Pro: Very cool museum. Con: Incredibly rude ticket staff.
  • Michael B.heart icon on user image
    Michael BremerAugust 29, 2015
    Great exhibits
  • M.Y. G.heart icon on user image
    M.Y. G.August 14, 2017
    I came for the lions!
  • Yizhou L.
    Yizhou LiJuly 4, 2015
    Such a cool place!!!
  • Orphan A.
    Orphan AnnieJanuary 16, 2012
    Great place to visit when you're in town.
  • Dora
    DoraJuly 19, 2010
    This is an official Nickelodeon Parents' Picks Award Nominee!Powered by ParentsConnect.com
  • Of a Kind
    Of a KindJuly 10, 2012
    Chicago-based jeweler, Laura Lombardi, compares The Field Museum to the Museum of Natural History in her hometown of NYC. Not only that,but this spot is on her list of top 7 must-see sites in Chicago! Read more
  • Laura Harvey S.
    Laura Harvey StoutFebruary 20, 2011
    The museum offers free days! A must do!
  • Bob D.heart icon on user image
    Bob DeGraffJanuary 25, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Come for the dinosaurs, stay for the mummies.
  • Chuck P.
    Chuck PalmerSeptember 16, 2011
    Great place to see old bones and other stuff.
  • Kristen
    KristenFebruary 19, 2011
    Don't plan on showing up at 4:02. They won't let you in since the ticket agents leave at 4. Forget that they close at 5...
  • Abby S.heart icon on user image
    Abby SmithDecember 26, 2015
    Disappointed at how dirty The Field Museum was today. It was gross...and can't be good for the special artifacts that are there.
  • Andrea C.
    Andrea CAugust 19, 2014
    Everybody wants to see Sue!
  • Krista A.
    Krista AshtonMarch 17, 2011
    All ages can get the kids meal, great deal!
  • Eric A.heart icon on user image
    Eric AndersenAugust 22, 2012
    Free WiFi! Network name = FieldMuseumWiFi
  • Smokey B.
    Smokey BoyleMarch 5, 2012
    Its cold waiting out here! Best museum by far!
  • David C.
    David ChenAugust 10, 2014
    Trying to get some culture
  • Gorni R.
    Gorni RotaOctober 8, 2011
    Wonderful the show in 3D with Sue the dinosaur guess star
  • Lindsay
    LindsayJanuary 8, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    Go to the Hall of Gems and see the Tiffany Mermaid window in the newly designed area
  • futuredoll
    futuredollMay 25, 2012
    Mummy exhibit, Dinosaurs, & cool giftshop.
  • Christopher O.heart icon on user image
    Christopher OwenFebruary 2, 2017
    U can see dead peeps
  • Mark B.heart icon on user image
    Mark BlaneOctober 15, 2011
    Check out captured U boat 550 - great exhibit
  • Kyle M.
    Kyle MaycroftDecember 4, 2010
    GOLD & UNDERGROUND EXHIBITS Not worth it. Thought it was very boring. Kids will love Underground! But might scare them from laying on the ground ever again
  • jaimie lee m.
    jaimie lee melkaApril 7, 2010
    Make sure you see the mummy exhibit, it's pretty awesome!
  • Jonathan T.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan TanJanuary 26, 2016
    Greeks, China
  • Eric
    EricJuly 26, 2011
    Got in free with my membership to the Science Museum of Minnesota
  • kara c.
    kara carrellNovember 10, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Design for a living world is closing SUNDAY you should go!!
  • Jared P.
    Jared PApril 8, 2013
    Get your learn on.
  • Miles D.
    Miles DabicMarch 10, 2012
    Check out the Genghis Khan exhibit!
  • Steve T.
    Steve TalbottMarch 28, 2011
    Sue is "really cool" according to my 5 year old twins.
  • Qiyuan B.
    Qiyuan BaoJanuary 15, 2014
    wanna check dozin with dinos
  • FJ B.
    FJ BeringApril 2, 2012
    Say Hi to Sue the T-Rex!
  • Whitney J.
    Whitney JMarch 15, 2011
    Tell them to update their Africa exhibit!!!!
  • Kyle S.
    Kyle StaggersSeptember 25, 2011
    You could spend all day in here.
  • Ricardo D.
    Ricardo DiazJanuary 29, 2012
    Got it with the Chicago City Pass. Saved me some money.
  • Joey L.
    Joey LoefflerJune 11, 2011
    The real lions of Tsavo are here . . .epic
  • Laurasseinheart icon on user image
    LaurasseinJanuary 22, 2021
    Been here 10+ times
    The Field Museum is practicing social distance visits and is still phenomenal.
  • James Q.
    James QuickJuly 8, 2012
    Go just to see Sue!!!!
  • Evawyn
    EvawynApril 15, 2012
    The girl at the front desk is extremely rude. Such a beyotch!!
  • Joey L.
    Joey LoefflerJune 11, 2011
    Souvenir machine downstairs . . Make it yourself
  • Laura Harvey S.
    Laura Harvey StoutFebruary 20, 2011
    Offers free days, check it out!
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The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore Dr (at McFetridge Dr)
Chicago, IL 60605
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Travel around the world, go back in time, and discover things you never knew at The Field Museum! Whether you're a first-time guest or a frequent visitor, we're your home for endless adventures.
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