Suggestions for Museum near Chicago

Brittany B. • July 19, 2014If you want a long time to check everything out and get hungry, check out the cafe! Very good food in a lovely courtyard! You can get a sandwich, side and dessert for 2 for about $20.

Ruth M. • August 18, 2013Small museum with beautiful collections. It's great for having a relaxing time, totally worth checking it out.

Trina Beana • February 29, 2012Everything about this place is fantastic. Take at least 2 days to see everything.

Cydney H. • June 22, 2014Great place to learn about our history. Awesome courtyard. Always a great rotation of exhibitions on the lower level.

Demitrius M. • May 16, 2015Awesome place:-):-) the art is amazing

Kristopher W. • December 8, 2014We've been here 4.5 hours and barely scratched the surface. An absolutely excellent museum - probably the best I've been to. Only the Newseum in DC comes close. Don't miss this if you are in Chicago

Kaso A. • November 28, 2014Fantastic exhibit; I especially loved the timeline throughout, gave great context for everything!

Paul B. • March 3, 2023Be sure to leave yourself plenty of time. They also have some great walking tours beyond the museum

James C. • August 19, 2014Really nice museum spacious and informative. Look for the Groupon. Totally worth it.

Tom F. • December 9, 2016The tour is a bit pricey but worth it to see the inside architectural features. I thought our tour guide was great.

Jamie P. • September 5, 2016We have been to this museum many times.Such a good place to take the kids out. Lots of different things to do. It is a great location at Navy Pier with several options for entertainment and food!!

Debbie W. • July 2, 2016The butterfly exhibit is great, and free parking in front of the museum. Great "Green Theme" museum. There are so many things to like.

Ege E. • March 26, 2022Absolutely amazing. Such attention to detail! Wonderful book available in the gift shop for more information - highly recommend.

Shawn C. • June 26, 2017Absolutely brilliant spaces and wonderful curation. Make time to go when you're in Chicago!!

Daria • December 6, 2011Great food from all the local restaurants! Snail, medici, foodism, etc. Not many tables, so it can get crowded. Best grilled cheese sandwich ever

Allison K. • October 15, 2015Awesome scenic view of the city!!! Great museum as well

Erica M. • January 12, 2013The Small Ordinary Shop has many beautiful handmade items from local artisans. Clothing, candles, bags, prints, and jewelry -- I wish I could just buy it all.

Bob D. • April 27, 2016An amazing, fun, interactive, educational experience for the kids.

Erik R. • December 19, 2013Marvel at the artistic displays of our solar system's planets, and catch lectures on the latest solar system news from Nasa.

Lucille F. • May 1, 2019Very interesting museum about Chicago life & history. Definitely worth a visit.

Megan R. • August 9, 2014Great museum, friendly staff, and the best part about this museum is that it's FREE.

Jennifer F. • November 11, 2012We received such warm reception at the Institute. It is a true art gem. The permanent collection is fabulous, and the ever-changing gallery shows of emerging artists are fantastic--a must see!

HISTORY • January 16, 2013Opened in 2005 and located in a historic Gothic Revival building, this museum specializes in art that deals with spirituality and faith.

Misha M. • March 14, 2017Learn a lot of useful and interesting information about money. Very interesting place to visit.

Phil W. • September 9, 2018The only one of its kind, this museum shows the inside of the Michigan Ave bridge while tracing the history of the Chicago river from the 17th century to today. Cute, inexpensive, and worth a visit!

Manuel M. • January 22, 2017Great building! A very important cultural institution that honors a community that has contributed so much to Chicago!

Lina G. • September 17, 2012The Kids' Room is a great place to explore the Medieval history of rural Lithuania. Adults will learn a lot too!

Anamaria H. • August 15, 2014There's always a herd of people trying to play with this. You have to be fast if you want to get in on the fun.

Steph T. • February 5, 2016The staff here were so friendly and informative, they made my visit so memorable. And of course I couldn't resist the gift shop.

Jonathan F. • July 20, 2015A fun museum that is easily missable when in Block 37. It does have surprisingly small floorspace from what you would expect from a museum.