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Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago

Art Museum and Art Gallery
Streeterville, Chicago
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    "David Bowie exhibit awesome"(2 Tips)
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    "The Calder exhibit is pretty awesome - come check it out."(2 Tips)
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    "The outdoor Sculpture Gardens were perfect and relaxing on a temperate..."(2 Tips)
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  • Claire W.
    Claire WatkissMarch 31, 2018
    Was 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.
  • Chirag P.
    Chirag PatelApril 28, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    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.
  • Lucille F.
    Lucille FisherJune 20, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    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 M.heart icon on user image
    Monique MathenyDecember 16, 2015
    If 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 Media
    AFAR MediaAugust 4, 2014
    Curator-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
  • Jonathan F.heart icon on user image
    Jonathan FerreraNovember 30, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    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 P.heart icon on user image
    Daniel PhelpsMay 25, 2013
    A 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 N.heart icon on user image
    My NguyenMarch 24, 2016
    Small, informative, and fun; has a lot of interesting works by litchenstein, Warhol, and local Chicagoans. Definitely worth a visit !
  • edisonv 😜heart icon on user image
    edisonv 😜December 29, 2018
    Beautiful museum with contemporary abstract art. Nice bar/resto Marisol on the 1st floor.
  • Shawn C.heart icon on user image
    Shawn CalhounJune 26, 2017
    Absolutely brilliant spaces and wonderful curation. Make time to go when you're in Chicago!!
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoMay 29, 2012
    With 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
  • Maya J.heart icon on user image
    Maya Jimenez 😬August 19, 2017
    The tickets are suggested donations so make sure you mention how much you want to pay when you're buying tickets!
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoJune 4, 2012
    With 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.
  • Melinda W.heart icon on user image
    Melinda WApril 15, 2017
    Their 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 L.
    Amy LebowskyOctober 16, 2014
    David Bowie Is exhibit was fantastic. My first visit here and I look forward to a return. Very well run.
  • HISTORY
    HISTORYApril 6, 2010
    One 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 I.
    Pete IppelMay 25, 2012
    A must see in downtown. The rotating exhibitions are fantastic. Every show I've seen at MCA has helped me better understand contemporary art.
  • Anamaria H.heart icon on user image
    Anamaria HernandezAugust 20, 2015
    On Tuesdays it's open until 8pm and free for Illinois residents. So you should definitely include it in your Tuesday night plans.
  • UrbanLux
    UrbanLuxJune 23, 2011
    Every 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.
  • Horace W.
    Horace WormelyAugust 31, 2014
    They 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.
  • Chicagoist
    ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014
    Some exhibits, like the current "Home Field Play" piece by Alberto Aguilar, are interactive and fun. Read more
  • Rebecca A.heart icon on user image
    Rebecca AnneDecember 5, 2016
    Top 2 floors had really eye opening exhibits that made you appreciate our place in the universe
  • Jackie M.
    Jackie MannAugust 21, 2015
    Tuesday evenings are free for Illinois residents, and while it can get a little busy it's still totally worth it!
  • Noemí P.heart icon on user image
    Noemí PeñaMarch 30, 2016
    Love the building and the artist in residence floor.I would like other museum bet for more emerging artists.
  • David W.heart icon on user image
    David WeathersbyAugust 31, 2016
    Absolutely amazing collection of art at this museum.
  • Maureenheart icon on user image
    MaureenJanuary 18, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    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.
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    zfelsJune 10, 2015
    The museum shop might be the best place in Chicago to shop for gifts.
  • Harley A.heart icon on user image
    Harley AcresApril 18, 2016
    Cool Magritte, Ernst, Sherman and Darger pieces but rather small and simple in terms of staging.
  • Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
    One 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
  • CallingAllTypes
    CallingAllTypesAugust 8, 2012
    Party 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
  • Serhii L.heart icon on user image
    Serhii LutskoMarch 25, 2017
    It's really worth to see but not sure you won't want to kill yourself after watching their movies
  • Cole K.heart icon on user image
    Cole KennedyFebruary 26, 2017
    There 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.
  • Betony K.heart icon on user image
    Betony KellyAugust 22, 2014
    Small but perfectly formed with some interesting collections. Good gift shop too.
  • Shannon J.heart icon on user image
    Shannon JeropkeMarch 31, 2019
    Their exhibits are always changing.
  • Jasmine D.heart icon on user image
    Jasmine DavilaApril 28, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    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.
  • Bruce
    BruceAugust 13, 2012
    Be sure to see "Altered Refrigerators" in the skyscraper exhibit. A cityscape made of mirror-tiled fridges is not to be missed.
  • ToryBurch
    ToryBurchJune 20, 2013
    If modern art is your thing, make some time for a walk through Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art.
  • Cusp25heart icon on user image
    Cusp25August 25, 2019
    Great museum that doesn’t overwhelm
  • Steven P.heart icon on user image
    Steven ParkerFebruary 4, 2016
    Very nice museum. Pop Art exhibition was excellent.
  • The Capital Grille
    The Capital GrilleAugust 7, 2013
    Reserve your table for the live jazz concerts every Tuesday, June 4–September 24 from 5:30 pm–8 pm.
  • Kristopher W.
    Kristopher WeissDecember 9, 2014
    Contemporary art is just silly. The Bowie exhibit was fantastic, though.
  • Connor K.
    Connor KaseyOctober 25, 2014
    The outdoor Sculpture Gardens were perfect and relaxing on a temperate Autumn afternoon.
  • Julia S.heart icon on user image
    Julia StylesOctober 11, 2011
    Attend First Fridays-a cocktail party surrounded by new art. Buy your tickets online and save $5. http://mcachicago.org/programs/now/events/2011/e62
  • Karl N.heart icon on user image
    Karl NennigApril 7, 2017
    Nice selection of contemporary art.
  • Bryce J.heart icon on user image
    Bryce JensenDecember 2, 2014
    Diverse array of shows. Free days are nice to soak in some culture.
  • Nauman N.
    Nauman NoorAugust 15, 2011
    Love the changing exhibits and always serves for a refreshing break in the hustle and bustle of chicago (by midwest standards) Read more
  • T C.heart icon on user image
    T CallahanNovember 20, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Never had a bad time. Great spot to share with a friend from out of town.
  • Fabrice L.
    Fabrice LawsonJuly 30, 2016
    Very nice and creative! Take time to contemplate the art
  • Dana P.
    Dana ParkerMarch 8, 2015
    They do a good job sorting out the stuff I could make in my garage from good art
  • Richard B.
    Here 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
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