Suggestions for Museum near Chicago

Shania G. • July 8, 2018A place that will stay in your mind. Stunning original pieces, and overall just an amazing, cultural experience. Highly recommend.

Sama S. • August 23, 2014We got 3 activities: Cole mine. Fab lab laser cut. D-day. They were all great

Demitrius M. • May 16, 2015Awesome place:-):-) the art is amazing

Analise B. • May 8, 2013Make sure you come here with a desire to learn and tons of time! Wicked cool exhibits. Very interactive and well done. Egyptian exhibit was hands down my favorite.

Ruth M. • August 18, 2013Small museum with beautiful collections. It's great for having a relaxing time, totally worth checking it out.

Cydney H. • June 22, 2014Great place to learn about our history. Awesome courtyard. Always a great rotation of exhibitions on the lower level.

Tyler R. • May 25, 2014Amazing museum/house! One of the best attractions I've visited in Chicago. Definitely should be on your todo list if you are in the magnificent mile area. Admission is $20

Jon-Paul L. • March 14, 2014Don't skip out on cafe. It is one of the best museum restaurants I have been to. Amazing gourmet burgers.

Kaso A. • November 28, 2014Fantastic exhibit; I especially loved the timeline throughout, gave great context for everything!

Tony W. • July 8, 2014On the side of the planetarium is the best view of the Chicago skyline that there is. It's absolutely beautiful for photos at sunset, and a good spot for a picnic.

Tom F. • December 9, 2016The tour is a bit pricey but worth it to see the inside architectural features. I thought our tour guide was great.

Debbie W. • July 2, 2016The butterfly exhibit is great, and free parking in front of the museum. Great "Green Theme" museum. There are so many things to like.

Shawn C. • June 26, 2017Absolutely brilliant spaces and wonderful curation. Make time to go when you're in Chicago!!

Dana P. • March 8, 2015Best museum to take kids! So many interactive exhibits, and they have good adult spaces to rest as well

Ted C. • November 8, 2013Very nice and enjoyed to stained glass domes and interesting exhibits.  Free admission

Lucille F. • May 1, 2019Very interesting museum about Chicago life & history. Definitely worth a visit.

Jonathan F. • October 21, 2015Learn about money and see more of it in one place. It is very informative and they even give out shredded money!

Daria • December 6, 2011Great food from all the local restaurants! Snail, medici, foodism, etc. Not many tables, so it can get crowded. Best grilled cheese sandwich ever

Megan R. • August 9, 2014Great museum, friendly staff, and the best part about this museum is that it's FREE.

Alex • May 7, 2010Top gallery, and outstanding playroom for young kids. Love the costumes some of the employees wear. Don't miss the reading room.

Bianca • October 14, 2019A great sensorial experience. Must try

Manuel M. • January 22, 2017Great building! A very important cultural institution that honors a community that has contributed so much to Chicago!

Stephanie V. • February 4, 2011Bring your student ID, it gets you in for free any time.

Ege E. • March 26, 2022Absolutely amazing. Such attention to detail! Wonderful book available in the gift shop for more information - highly recommend.

Bob D. • April 27, 2016An amazing, fun, interactive, educational experience for the kids.

Phil W. • September 9, 2018The only one of its kind, this museum shows the inside of the Michigan Ave bridge while tracing the history of the Chicago river from the 17th century to today. Cute, inexpensive, and worth a visit!

Jonathan F. • July 20, 2015A fun museum that is easily missable when in Block 37. It does have surprisingly small floorspace from what you would expect from a museum.

Anamaria H. • August 15, 2014There's always a herd of people trying to play with this. You have to be fast if you want to get in on the fun.

Erik R. • December 19, 2013Marvel at the artistic displays of our solar system's planets, and catch lectures on the latest solar system news from Nasa.

David W. • January 30, 2017Grew up on Legos. Love the exhibit.