Welcome to the Art Institute of Chicago
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Today
Open today
10–11 members | 11–5 public
- Mon 11–5
- Tue–Wed Closed
- Thu 11–8
- Fri–Sun 11–5
- The first hour of every day, 10–11 a.m., is reserved for member-only viewing.
Welcome to the Art Institute of Chicago, home to a collection of art that spans centuries and the globe—and one of Tripadvisor’s “Best of the Best” US attractions of 2023. We look forward to your visit and invite you to explore our many exhibitions and to join us for one of our free daily tours.
Final Days—Through April 8
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Picasso: Drawing from Life
Don’t miss the chance to experience more than 60 of Picasso’s works on paper and meet the fellow artists, friends, family members, lovers, and dealers whose support made his enormous success possible.
Please note that this exhibition requires a $5 ticket in addition general admission.
Exhibitions
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Events
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The Collection
Explore thousands of artworks in the museum’s collection—from our renowned icons to lesser-known works from every corner of the globe.
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The Alchemy of Weaving
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Queer Artists and Art
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A Voyage of Seeing: On Hiroshi Sugimoto’s Seascapes
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Made for the Present: The Many Styles of Pablo Picasso
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Making a Video about Making a Sculpture