Families can explore, discover, and enjoy art together at the Art Institute through art-making activities, exhibitions, self-guides, games, and more.

Museum Hours
Monday–Wednesday, 10:30–5:00
Thursday, 10:30–8:00
Friday–Sunday, 10:30–5:00

Free Family Wednesdays
Admission to the Art Institute of Chicago is free to Illinois residents the first and second Wednesday of every month.

Admission to the Ryan Education Center is free. Admission to the museum is free for kids under 14*.
*Does not apply to group visits or student tours.

Enrich your Experience

• Prepare for your visit by planning ahead.
• Check family events and exhibitions for the day of your visit.
• Visit the Family Room.
• Try these different ways of looking at art together.
• Have fun with these gallery activities.
• Stroll through the galleries with a Lions Trail Family Tour.
• Reinforce your child’s discoveries with follow-up activities.

First-time Visitor?
Get better acquainted with us—watch “Welcome to the Art Institute.”

Membership
Become a member today—it’s a great deal for a family. Free museum admission is just one of the benefits.

Museum Passport
At many branches of the Chicago Public Library, you can request a Kraft Great Kids Museum Passport which is good for free family admission (maximum of 2 adults and 4 people total) to the Art Institute. It's just like checking out a book, so don't forget to return it after you visit!

Let the fun begin!