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The Oriental Institute

The Oriental Institute

History Museum
Hyde Park, Chicago
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    Lin G. H.
    "Go see the awesome statue of King Tut!"(3 Tips)
    Explore Chicago
    "5,000 year old mummy"(3 Tips)
    Ken S.
    "Best Assyrian collection in North America."(2 Tips)
    Mohd Rohaizad K.
    "Oriental Institute Museum with a lot"(2 Tips)
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  • Kirstjen L.
    Kirstjen LorenzSeptember 1, 2018
    One of the best collections of egyptology in the world, comparable to the British Museum or the Pergamon's collection, in terms of significance.
  • Explore Chicago
    Explore ChicagoSeptember 14, 2011
    One of Chicago’s Always Free Attractions, the museum has a collection of treasures from the Middle East such as a 5,000 year old mummy, a 40-ton Assyrian sculpture & a 17-foot tall statue of King Tut. Read more
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    RossFebruary 13, 2016
    One of my all time favorite museums. The collection contains many ancient objects used in daily life. Just imagine 5000 years from now somebody will be viewing 20th century personal items.
  • Rachel S.heart icon on user image
    Rachel StarksMay 25, 2015
    I liked this museum better than the Field Museum! I studied ancient history in college and this little museum touched on all the near eastern civilizations. Best part is the GIANT lamassu!!!
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    PApril 6, 2019
    A phenomenal collection, with excellent accompanying information both on the articles themselves and on the archaeological process.
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    RossFebruary 13, 2016
    The majority of the artifacts in the Oriental Institute Museum were found as a result of archaeological excavations sponsored by the Oriental Institute.
  • Jackie M.heart icon on user image
    Jackie MannAugust 21, 2015
    The most underrated museum in all of Chicago! These collections and incredible, not to mention that entry is free! Highly recommended!
  • David M.heart icon on user image
    David MinkinAugust 1, 2015
    Amazing collection of ancient artifacts in an intimate and beautiful setting.
  • Mohd Rohaizad K.
    Free to visit and enter the Oriental Institute Museum with a lot of treasures collection @ University of Chicago.
  • Ruth M.
    Ruth MadrigalAugust 18, 2013
    Small museum with beautiful collections. It's great for having a relaxing time, totally worth checking it out.
  • Gina D.heart icon on user image
    Gina DriskellFebruary 7, 2016
    An excellent example of artifacts outside of the Field Museum. Quaint with tons of information.
  • Steven V.heart icon on user image
    Steven VegaAugust 7, 2014
    Beautiful collections from Asian and Middle East, even when the place is small is rich in artifacts and documents.
  • Lin G. H.heart icon on user image
    Lin G. HansenJanuary 15, 2013
    Beautiful museum with a amazing collection of ancient artifacts! Go see the awesome statue of King Tut!
  • Jennifer D.
    Jennifer DrinkaMarch 22, 2010
    See the mummies! They are so eerie that you can imagine them coming to life before your eyes. This place is one of the true wonders of Chicago. On your way, walk through University of Chicago's Qua
  • Anamaria H.
    Anamaria HernandezSeptember 1, 2014
    There's a beautiful reading room on the second floor! My favorite place at UChicago!
  • Cheapism
    CheapismSeptember 1, 2011
    Artifacts from Asia and the Middle East. There are lectures, audio tours, and a huge statue of King Tut. Free admission. Read more
  • Ken S.
    Ken SAugust 2, 2012
    Best Assyrian collection in North America. Worth the stop.
  • David H.heart icon on user image
    David HoltzAugust 6, 2016
    It's donation based, so you can pay what you'd like.
  • PSU-Lion D.heart icon on user image
    PSU-Lion DiSeptember 14, 2013
    Come for Mesopotamia, stay for the mummies!
  • Christopher M.heart icon on user image
    Christopher MinakowskiAugust 18, 2017
    King tut statue was really cool
  • Meschel
    MeschelNovember 18, 2015
    Hey The Oriental Institute, join Freebie! Read more
  • Divine A.
    Divine AllahJuly 7, 2013
    Talking to our ancestors through Medew Netcher
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    Vincent BoucherMay 10, 2014
    Incroyables collections. Merveilleux.
  • Kevin D.
    Kevin DulinApril 6, 2011
    Great middle eastern artefacts!
  • Chris H.
    Chris HarveySeptember 30, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Come see the Ancient Iraq exhibit.
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