Chicago Attractions
Art Institute of Chicago © Chicago CTB
Art Institute of Chicago
An impressive pair of bronze lions guards the entrance to the
Art Institute of Chicago in South Michigan Avenue, housing one of
the greatest art collections in the world. Works date from 3,000 BC
through to the present, including a renowned collection of
Impressionist art featuring numerous Monet paintings. The Institute
has it all, from Japanese ukiyo-e prints and ancient Egyptian
bronzes to masterpieces of 20th century sculpture. Exhibits include
paintings and drawings, photographs, textiles, sculpture and
architectural works. The Institute has two restaurants, one set in
a garden, as well as a gift shop.
Address: 111 South Michigan Avenue;
Website: www.artic.edu;
Telephone: (312) 443 3600;
Opening time: Monday to Friday 10.30am to 5pm (until 8pm on Thursdays), weekends 10am to 5pm;
Admission: $12 (adults), $7 (children, free for under 12). Entrance is free on Thursdays 5pm to 8pm. Free entry for the month of February
