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Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
Art Museum and Art Gallery
Streeterville, Chicago
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"David Bowie exhibit awesome"(2 Tips)
"The Calder exhibit is pretty awesome - come check it out."(2 Tips)
"your table for the live jazz concerts every Tuesday"(4 Tips)
"The outdoor Sculpture Gardens were perfect and relaxing on a temperate..."(2 Tips)
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Claire WatkissMarch 31, 2018Was 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.
Surprisingly good place to let a 2 year old look at visuals. Audio dial # is great, short synopsis by the curater. Recommend getting a meal or snack on their outdoor patio. Great feel from the arch.
I enjoy coming here on Tuesdays when it's lively with the market & free entrance to IL residents. Don't miss the shop, they have an interesting, constantly changing selection.
Monique MathenyDecember 16, 2015If you're attending a free lecture, COME EARLY. Went to the lecture series about Kanye West on Wednesday, December 15th and it was overflowing with people, and I was 45 minutes early lol!
AFAR MediaAugust 4, 2014Curator-led tours, musicians on the patio, stroller tours and performance nail art are among their recent unique events. Check out their schedule and see what unexpected events you can be a part of. Read more
This place has a great collection of exhibits. Given its location, it feels like it's hidden away. Looking for cheap parking nearby can be quite a challenge, though.
Daniel PhelpsMay 25, 2013A tad out of the way, but has cool exhibits if you like contemporary art. Some of the current exhibits are meant to be interactive, so just ask a museum worker if you're unsure what you can touch.
My NguyenMarch 24, 2016Small, informative, and fun; has a lot of interesting works by litchenstein, Warhol, and local Chicagoans. Definitely worth a visit !
edisonv 😜December 29, 2018Beautiful museum with contemporary abstract art. Nice bar/resto Marisol on the 1st floor.
Shawn CalhounJune 26, 2017Absolutely brilliant spaces and wonderful curation. Make time to go when you're in Chicago!!
Time Out ChicagoMay 29, 2012With musicians and dancers performing in the galleries, artists getting bigger shows, and young curators infusing fresh programming ideas, the MCA is doing the most to attract a new audience: you. -LW Read more- Time Out ChicagoJune 4, 2012With musicians and dancers performing in the galleries, artists getting bigger shows, and young curators infusing fresh programming ideas, the MCA is doing the most to attract a new audience: you.
Maya Jimenez 😬August 19, 2017The tickets are suggested donations so make sure you mention how much you want to pay when you're buying tickets!
Melinda WApril 15, 2017Their cafe is closed because of renovations now but local restaurants come in on Tuesdays. wonderful exhibits. Especially enjoyed Chris Bradley's exhibit this visit.
Amy LebowskyOctober 16, 2014David Bowie Is exhibit was fantastic. My first visit here and I look forward to a return. Very well run.
HISTORYApril 6, 2010One of the nation's largest facilities devoted to the art of our time the Museum offers exhibitions of art created since 1945. It boasts a terraced sculpture garden with a great view of Lake Michigan.
Pete IppelMay 25, 2012A must see in downtown. The rotating exhibitions are fantastic. Every show I've seen at MCA has helped me better understand contemporary art.
UrbanLuxJune 23, 2011Every Tuesday's free!. On First Fridays, relax after a long work week. Specialty drinks, Wolfgang puck appetizers, live performances, the only iMac G5 digital dating bar, creation stations, and more.
Anamaria HernandezAugust 20, 2015On Tuesdays it's open until 8pm and free for Illinois residents. So you should definitely include it in your Tuesday night plans.
Horace WormelyAugust 31, 2014They had a pretty cool exhibit on gender, influenced heavily by Frida Kahlo! I was too early for the David Bowie exhibition. All in all a cool museum.
ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014Some exhibits, like the current "Home Field Play" piece by Alberto Aguilar, are interactive and fun. Read more
Rebecca AnneDecember 5, 2016Top 2 floors had really eye opening exhibits that made you appreciate our place in the universe
Jackie MannAugust 21, 2015Tuesday evenings are free for Illinois residents, and while it can get a little busy it's still totally worth it!
Noemí PeñaMarch 30, 2016Love the building and the artist in residence floor.I would like other museum bet for more emerging artists.
Pay what you can afford admission, or check out a pass to visit this museum from Chicago Public Libraries. There's always something worth seeing here.
Harley AcresApril 18, 2016Cool Magritte, Ernst, Sherman and Darger pieces but rather small and simple in terms of staging.
Museum of Contemporary Art ChicagoSeptember 11, 2014One of the most highly anticipated exhibitions of the fall season in the US, "David Bowie Is" opens Sep 23! Tickets and more information: http://bit.ly/BowieIs
CallingAllTypesAugust 8, 2012Party of the Cure, a Friends for the Cure event Tickets are $250 in advance and $275 at the door Saturday, September 15, 2012 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM 220 East Chicago Ave Chicago, IL 60611 United States
Cole KennedyFebruary 26, 2017There was one solid exhibit (Merce Cunningham's "Common Time") when I visited, but the collection is too small and the Art Institute is too good to warrant anything more than a "meh" for MCA.
Serhii LutskoMarch 25, 2017It's really worth to see but not sure you won't want to kill yourself after watching their movies
Betony KellyAugust 22, 2014Small but perfectly formed with some interesting collections. Good gift shop too.
- If you're a fan of the Busy Beaver Button Company, there's a dispenser of artist-designed buttons near coat check on the 2nd floor. Buttons cost $1 - get quarters from front desk.
ToryBurchJune 20, 2013If modern art is your thing, make some time for a walk through Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art.
BruceAugust 13, 2012Be sure to see "Altered Refrigerators" in the skyscraper exhibit. A cityscape made of mirror-tiled fridges is not to be missed.
- The Capital GrilleAugust 7, 2013Reserve your table for the live jazz concerts every Tuesday, June 4–September 24 from 5:30 pm–8 pm.
- Connor KaseyOctober 25, 2014The outdoor Sculpture Gardens were perfect and relaxing on a temperate Autumn afternoon.
Kristopher WeissDecember 9, 2014Contemporary art is just silly. The Bowie exhibit was fantastic, though.
Julia StylesOctober 11, 2011Attend First Fridays-a cocktail party surrounded by new art. Buy your tickets online and save $5. http://mcachicago.org/programs/now/events/2011/e62
Nauman NoorAugust 15, 2011Love the changing exhibits and always serves for a refreshing break in the hustle and bustle of chicago (by midwest standards) Read more
Never had a bad time. Great spot to share with a friend from out of town.
Richard BERNHARD-HUGHESMay 12, 2010Here at the Museum of Contemporary Art they have and exhibit of the insides of art, a look into the heart of art- the artist's studio. On exhibit until May 30th. Read more
Dana ParkerMarch 8, 2015They do a good job sorting out the stuff I could make in my garage from good art
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Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
220 E Chicago Ave (at Mies van der Rohe Way)
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
Chicago, IL 60611
United States
The MCA is an innovative and compelling center of contemporary art where the public can directly experience the work and ideas of living artists.
Closed until 10:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon, Wed–Thu, Sat–Sun
- 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Tue, Fri
- 10:00 AM–9:00 PM
(312) 280-2660
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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"It's really nice here! Enough art to keep you busy for days! Very clean museum. Very nice and helpful staff too!"
Adrianna Falaris - 7.4
"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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"Small and very unique, interesting exhibits. And its free!!"
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