Who's Visiting? Who's Visiting? Free Admission Opportunities Directions & Parking Who’s Visiting? First-Time Visitors Members Families Teens Educators K–12 Student Groups Adult Groups College and University Groups Join a Tour My Museum Tour Explore on Your Own Dining and Shopping Accessibility FAQs Collection Updates Visitor Policies Share Whether it’s your first time visiting or your hundred-and-first time, whether you’re visiting with children or as a group, the Art Institute has offerings and tips to make your museum experience enjoyable. First-Time Visitors Never been to the Art Institute before? We’ve got plenty of handy tips to make your visit fun and inspiring—and likely not your last. Members Member-only morning hours, expedited entry, and year-round free access for yourself and guests—there are many benefits to visiting the museum as a member. Families With free admission for kids under 14 and Chicago teens under 18, the Art Institute is the perfect place for a creative outing with the whole family. Teens Find yourself here. Look at art. Make art. Talk about life. Meet new people. Be inspired. Educators Whether you’re seeking inspiration for a lesson or real nuts-and-bolts tools for teaching, the museum’s galleries are a great place to spark creativity for the classroom. K–12 Student Groups Discover how to choose a tour that will activate students’ critical thinking and develop webs of connection to their lived experiences. Adult Groups Adult groups can choose from guided tours conducted by our external partners or a self-guided visit. Plus, we have lots of tips for making your group visit a smooth one. College and University Groups Let the museum be an extension of your classroom. We have a variety of ways to connect—group experiences of the galleries, remote workshops, and collaborative programs. Share
