THINGS TO DO ARTS & CULTURE KEY A =ADA Compliant F =Family Friendly MUSEUMS, GALLERIES & EXHIBITIONS Adler Planetarium South Loop 1300 S. Lake Shore Dr. 312-922-7827 adlerplanetarium.org America’s first planetarium features immersive sky shows, engaging exhibitions, exciting events, and special lectures. A F American Writers Museum Loop 180 N. Michigan Ave. 312-374-8790 americanwritersmuseum.org This cultural gem features innovative and dynamic state-of-the-art exhibitions. Named Illinois’ best attraction by USA Today . A F Art Institute of Chicago Loop 111 S. Michigan Ave. 312-443-3600 artinstituteofchicago.org Visit the only museum in the world to be top-ranked by TripAdvisor six years in a row. Children under 14 are admitted free. A F Charnley–Persky House Gold Coast 1365 N. Astor St. 312-915-0105 charnleyhouse.org Guided tours of this Louis Sullivan-and Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Gold Coast residence are offered at noon on Wednesdays and 10 a.m. on Saturdays. Chicago Architecture Center Loop 111 E. Wacker Dr. 312-922-3432 architecture.org Free exhibitions, plus adult and youth learning opportunities, offered daily. A 320-square-foot scale model of Chicago offers a new perspective on the city. A F Chicago CityPASS Purchase online or from participating attractions 208-787-4300, 888-330-5008 citypass.com/chicago Save 50% or more on premium admission to the city’s top five attractions, including the Shedd Aquarium. Buy online or at CityPASS attractions. F Chicago Cultural Center Loop 78 E. Washington St. 312-744-3316 chicagoculturalcenter.org, cityofchicago.org/dcase Daily programs and exhibitions covering a wide range of the performing and visual arts are presented by the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. A F Chicago History Museum Lincoln Park 1601 N. Clark St. 312-642-4600 chicagohistory.org Chicago begins here. Ride the first ‘L’ car, discover the White City, and become a Chicago-style hot dog. Kids 12 and under are free. A F Chicago Maritime Museum Bridgeport 1200 W. 35th St. 773-376-1982 chicagomaritimemuseum.org Walk through Chicago’s maritime history, which includes French fur trading, Great Lakes schooners, World War II on the lakefront, and modern commercial freighters. F Chicago Sports Museum Magnificent Mile Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., Level 7 312-202-0500 chicagosportsmuseum.com The Chicago Sports Museum houses unique memorabilia and game-used treasures. Admission: $10 adults, $6 children and seniors, free for children under 3. A F City Gallery at the Historic Water Tower Magnificent Mile 806 N. Michigan Ave. cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/ dca/supp_info/city_gallery_in_ thehistoricwatertower.html Located in one of Chicago’s most popular landmarks, the City Gallery features photos of Chicago by city photographers. F Clarke House Museum South Loop 1827 S. Indiana Ave. clarkehousemuseum.org Tours of Clarke House, an 1836 Greek Revival-style home, shows middle-class life in Chicago during the city’s formative years before the Civil War. A F DuSable Museum of African American History Hyde Park 740 E. 56th Pl. 773-947-0600 dusablemuseum.org DuSable Museum shares a unique cultural environment of African American history through thought-provoking exhibits, programs, and celebrations. A F Field Museum South Loop 1400 S. Lake Shore Dr. 312-922-9410 fieldmuseum.org See the world’s wonders at the Field Museum. Discover SUE the T. rex , examine precious gems, and explore an ancient tomb. A F Glessner House Museum South Loop 1800 S. Prairie Ave. 312-326-1480 glessnerhouse.org H.H. Richardson-designed architectural treasure. Guided tours Wed–Sun at 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. Admission: $15 adults, $12 seniors, $8 childen. F Museum of Contemporary Art Streeterville 220 E. Chicago Ave. 312-280-2660 mcachicago.org MCA highlights today’s most innovative and exciting artists. A F Museum of Science and Industry Hyde Park 57th St. and Lake Shore Dr. 773-684-1414 msichicago.org The largest science museum in the Western Hemisphere. Explore a WWII German submarine and manipulate a 40-foot tornado, along with many other dynamic hands-on activities. A F Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum Lincoln Park 2430 N. Cannon Dr. 773-755-5100 naturemuseum.org The urban gateway to nature and science. Touch live animals, learn Chicago ecology, and let your imagination soar in the Judy Istock Butterfly Haven. A F Shedd Aquarium South Loop 1200 S. Lake Shore Dr. 312-939-2438 sheddaquarium.org Immerse yourself! Shedd’s exhibits connect you to 32,000 incredible animals from around the world and close to home. A F Smart Museum of Art, The University of Chicago Hyde Park 5550 S. Greenwood Ave. 773-702-0200 smartmuseum.uchicago.edu As the museum of The University of Chicago, the Smart is home to thought-provoking exhibitions and an exquisite collection of art. Always free. A F Swedish American Museum Andersonville 5211 N. Clark St. 773-728-8111 swedishamericanmuseum.org A nonprofit educational activity center for the celebration and interpretation of Swedish American history and culture. F The University of Chicago Hyde Park 915 E. 60th St. 773-702-8360 visit.uchicago.edu Delve into the vibrant arts community and explore the many museums, galleries, and exhibitions located on the University’s campus grounds. Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center North Suburbs 9603 Woods Dr., Skokie 847-967-4800 ilholocaustmuseum.org Third-largest Holocaust museum in the world. Artifacts, photos, personal belongings, and filmed recollections tell the survivors’ stories. A F International Museum of Surgical Science Gold Coast 1524 N. Lake Shore Dr. 312-642-6502 imss.org Located in one of the last historic mansions on Lake Shore Drive, with four floors of exhibitions on the art, science, and history of medicine. A F Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art West Suburbs 220 Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst 630-833-1616 lizzadromuseum.org Lapidary is the art of cutting and polishing stone. The museum displays a large selection of Chinese jade and hard stone carvings. F Museum of Broadcast Communications River North 360 N. State St. 312-245-8200 museum.tv Now through April 2, Stay Tuned: Rock on TV is a new exhibit direct from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame showcasing more than 300 rock artifacts that originally appeared on TV. A F 70 choosechicago.com
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