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We’re thrilled to welcome you to our galleries to experience firsthand the beauty and power of art. Below you’ll find information on how to plan your visit to the museum, named Chicago’s #1 attraction by TripAdvisor.

Francis Picabia. Edtaonisl (Ecclesiastic), 1913. Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Armand Bartos. © 2020 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York / ADAGP, Paris.
Members | Public | |
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Monday | 10–11 a.m. | 11 a.m.–5 p.m. |
Tuesday–Wednesday | Closed | Closed |
Thursday | 10–11 a.m. | 11 a.m.–8 p.m. |
Friday–Sunday | 10–11 a.m. | 11 a.m.–5 p.m. |
The museum is open until 8 p.m. on Thursdays through September 1, 2022.
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Want to come when it's less busy? Check this chart to see the time that works for you and your visiting preferences.
General Admission | Chicago Residents | Illinois Residents | Fast Pass | |
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Adult | $25 | $20 | $22 | $35 |
Seniors (65+) | $19 | $14 | $16 | $29 |
Students | $19 | $14 | $16 | $29 |
Teens (14-17) | $19 | Free | $16 | $29 |
Children | Free | |||
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The Art Institute of Chicago provides free access to children under 14, Chicago teens under 18, Link and WIC cardholders, and Illinois educators every day, and to Illinois residents on certain days throughout the year. Learn more about free access.
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The Art Institute of Chicago welcomes all visitors and is committed to making its services accessible to everyone. We offer a range of resources for both adults and children with disabilities.
Located in the heart of Chicago—across from Millennium Park and steps from Lake Michigan—the Art Institute welcomes visitors at two entrances.
Michigan Avenue Entrance
111 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60603
Modern Wing Entrance
159 East Monroe Street
Chicago, Illinois 60603