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Art Institute of Chicago

  • Address 111 South Michigan Avenue
    Chicago, IL 60604
    United States
  • Phone number+1 312 443 3600
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  • Neighborhood : Loop
    http://www.artic.edu/
  • Mon to Wed from 10:30 AM to 05:00 PM,Thu to Fri from 10:30 AM to 09:00 PM,Sat to Sun from 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM

From popular Rembrandt masterpieces to recent works by lesser-known artists, the Art Institute of Chicago houses one of the finest art collections in the world. Spanning centuries of human creativity, exhibits include a distinguished collection of prints and drawings, an internationally acclaimed collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, sculptures, photographs, Asian, African and American arts, architectural drawings, textiles and more. Many pieces are on loan from the famed Terra Foundation for American Art. Educational programs and guided museum tours are available. Art books, reproductions, postcards and other items are available in the museum shop. Free public lectures are given during weekends. Art Institute of Chicago also added a modern wing for contemporary art which makes the art museum the second largest in the United States

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yelp Reviews ( 21 Reviews see all ) Top

Jef B.

(Rating: 5.0) 

by Jef B. on November 22, 2009

The Modern Wing is an architectural marvel. The use of glass, even glass-box elevators, allows the Chicago skyline to define the internal space. The view...

Andy G.

(Rating: 3.0) 

by Andy G. on November 15, 2009

Let me start off by saying that I need to work on developing an appreciation for modern art. Overall I found the architecture uninspiring and too...

Madelyn H.

(Rating: 5.0) 

by Madelyn H. on October 17, 2009

the modern wing has an amazing selection of modern art. basically, you could make a text book of modern art based on the works in this museum. the selection...

Trekaroo Reviews ( 9 Reviews see all ) Top

Family-Friendly Art

 by  minnemom  on  2009-03-18

The first stop for families at the Art Institute should be the Kraft Education Center downstairs.  It offers hands-on activities and art experi...

good times

 by  bridgets  on  2009-03-18

they are working on opening a newly expanded children's area of the museum. we happened to go during a free admission time. it still wasn't ...

Best for older kids

 by  bejolly65  on  2009-03-18

I love the Art Institute of Chicago. I happened to be there for a beautiful exhibit of eastern art from India, Nepal, China, etc.. Stunning. ...

Great for adults not so much for little kids

 by  aliceqdesign  on  2009-03-18

I always love going to this museum but alas, not so exciting for little ones. Definitely not much there to keep them entertained except the ...

Wonderful for families

 by  teammom  on  2009-03-18

This is one of the best art musuems for families. They have a family area and have family activity packs that you can get to ...

A must-see in Chicago

 by  GPP_IL  on  2009-03-18

Most of the viewing rooms are spacious, and you can navigate a stroller through fairly easily, but please exercise good judgment in deciding wh...

Yahoo Travel Reviews ( 88 Reviews see all ) Top

Love it

 by  chicago  on  2008-09-06

okay, so i live in Chicago, and let me tell you NO ONE CARES THAT THIS IS AN ART PLACE! it really is one of the most popular places in my city....

Great musuem!

 by  The Fantasy King  on  2008-08-21

I love history, from the Renaissance to the Tang Dynasty to Greco-roman art and beyond! Had a little of everything! Not boring for the kids!

Amazing

 by  leaartz  on  2008-07-30

What a beautiful place! Loved everything about it....top notch!

10 Years Too Long...

 by  Daniel S  on  2008-07-01

The last time I visited the Art Institute of Chicago was in 5th grade. I went with my Elementary School from Northwest Indiana. I am now twent...

Great place to visit

 by  J H  on  2008-05-07

Still fresh and exciting after all these years....loved my visit. New, innovative, beautiful exhibits highlighted the visit. I will go back. ...

Gerat thing

 by  A Yahoo! Contributor  on  2008-03-11

I think this place is feally ok I really liked it a lot I really would miss this place you will have a lot of fun visting derffernt place

CitySearch Reviews ( 22 Reviews see all ) Top

Too Much Art!

 by  IceMouse  on  2008-07-02

My girlfriend and I are avid art-lovers, but it almost feels like there was too much here. We were so exhausted by the end of the couple hours ...

Fabulous Museum

 by  ajjan1973  on  2007-01-21

Easily one of the best museums in the U.S. Do yourself a favor and visit it if you haven't already. I'll definitley check out the upcoming Ceza...

Large collection for a small price

 by  sdollx  on  2006-10-25

Large collection of artwork by many masters. Great place to experience a little bit of everything. It's worth the admission.

Beyond the famous feline sentinels flanking these steps resides one of the world's great art collections.

 by  Contributor  on  2005-06-13

The SceneWhether you prefer modern photography, architectural drawings, Japanese prints or African sculpture, you'll find it all at this sp

Wonder in Chicago's Art

 by  Dianna  on  2003-06-25

I wanted other readers to know that Chicago's art Institute is a 'must see' while visiting the Windy City. I was wonderfully surprized when I w...

Beautiful Place

 by  MissEm67  on  2003-06-03

The Art Institute is a must see while in Chicago. I took my boyfriend there in March, and it was incredible. The impressionist galleries are ...

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