Chicago boasts an impressive number of acclaimed museums and cultural institutions. All across the city, there are museums to document the history and culture of various people, topics, and interests. Most of these public institutions feature free days at certain times of the … [Read more...] about 2025 Free Chicago Museum Days
Free Museum Days
Free Winter Weekdays at Art Institute of Chicago
Just in time to add to holiday excursions, the Art Institute of Chicago has returned the museum fun of Free Winter Weekdays at the Art Institute of Chicago on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays through December 13, 2024. Warm up from the freezing weather and roam through one of the best art … [Read more...] about Free Winter Weekdays at Art Institute of Chicago
Free Admission to National Hellenic Museum
Explore the fascinating world of Greek history and culture at the National Hellenic Museum in the Greektown neighborhood. The museum offers free admission on October 14-15, 2023 as part of the Open House Chicago event. Visitors can view the National Hellenic Museum's current exhibits, … [Read more...] about Free Admission to National Hellenic Museum
Field Museum Chicago Free Every Tuesday for the Rest of the Year
Chicago museum free days are a very popular time to explore world-class museums without an admission charge. Typically, only a few days are free every month but the Field Museum has just announced free admission for Illinois residents every Tuesday through the end of 2023. Discover exciting new … [Read more...] about Field Museum Chicago Free Every Tuesday for the Rest of the Year
Chicago Children’s Museum Free Family Days
Enjoy fun-filled days of free family activities at the Chicago Children's Museum on the last Thursday of every month, January through May, as well as September and October in 2023. Bring kids under 10 years old to Navy Pier for engaging events at the Chicago Children's Museum during free … [Read more...] about Chicago Children’s Museum Free Family Days
Free museum: DePaul Art Museum
Free museum: DePaul Art Museum Where: DePaul Art Museum, 935 W. Fullerton, 773.325.7506 When: Mon–Tue: Closed, Wed–Th: 11 am–7 pm, Fri–Sun: 11 am–5 pm. DPAM is closed on the following days: Independence Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, (December 25–27), and New Year’s … [Read more...] about Free museum: DePaul Art Museum
Free day at Swedish American Museum
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Free day at Swedish American Museum Where: Swedish American Museum, 5211 N Clark St., (773) 728-8111 When: Free admission the second Tuesday of every month Regular admission: Adults $6; Children/students/seniors $4; Families $15. Members and children under the age of one are … [Read more...] about Free day at Swedish American Museum
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days Where: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 North Cannon Drive, 773-755-5191. When: Free day (suggested donation) is Thursday for Illinois residents. Suggested donation days for Illinois residents are: November 11, 18, 2021. Hours: 10AM-4PM The … [Read more...] about Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Free Days
Museum of Science and Industry 2021 free days
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Museum of Science and Industry 2021 free days When: November 3, 10, 17 and December 8, 2021 Daily capacity limited, some high-demand dates may sell out. Reserve your tickets online Where: Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago; 5700 S. Lake Shore Drive, 773-684-1414 On Illinois Free Days, … [Read more...] about Museum of Science and Industry 2021 free days
Free days Pritzker Military Museum and Library
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Free days Pritzker Military Museum and Library Where: Monroe Building, 104 S. Michigan, 2nd and 3rd floors 312-374-9333. When: 2021 free days Memorial Day (May 31) and Veterans Day (Nov 11) Free days are subject to change. Always call first to confirm free days before … [Read more...] about Free days Pritzker Military Museum and Library
Free museum: Federal Reserve Money Museum
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Free museum: Federal Reserve Money Museum Closed until further notice. The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago operates a small but interesting museum about the history of money and the work of the Federal Reserve. Where: Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, 230 S. LaSalle Street (312) … [Read more...] about Free museum: Federal Reserve Money Museum
Free Thursdays Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
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Free Thursdays Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Where: 2430 North Cannon Drive, 773-755-5191. When: Free day (suggested donation) is Thursday for Illinois residents with valid ID. 2020 Free Chicago Museum Days Regular admission $9 for adults, $7 for students and seniors (60+), $6 for children ages … [Read more...] about Free Thursdays Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
