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Chicago Museums

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Alder Planetarium and Astronomy Museum Chicago
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This museum opened its doors in 1930 and became the first planetarium in the western hemisphere. The large facility has multiple exhibits, presenting artifacts and information about the universe; state of the art technology, allowing visitors to view and explore the solar system; and a theater, where educating and entertaining shows are presented.
Address: 1300 S. Lake Shore Dr | Chicago, IL | 60605 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 922-7827
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Art Institute of Chicago
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Special exhibitions include Pharaohs of the Sun: Akhenaten, Nefertiti, Tutankhamen, European prints and drawings, photography collection and more.
Address: 111 S. Michigan Ave. | Chicago, IL [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 443-3600

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Museum of Science and Industry
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One of the top 15 museums in the nation, according to LIFE magazine. Guests can plunge into the depths of a coal mine, climb aboard a real World War II submarine, digitize themselves into zeroes and ones and harvest corn in a 20-ton combine, plus much more.
Address: 57th Street and Lake Shore Drive | Chicago, IL | 60637 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 773 684-1414
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Jane Addams Hull House Museum Chicago
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This museum, located on the university campus, commemorates the work of Jane Addams, a peace advocate and social welfare pioneer. The collection is comprised of paintings, furniture, photographs and rotating exhibits.
Address: 800 S. Halsted St | Chicago, IL | 60607 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 413-5353
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The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
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Featuring six permanent exhibits including a butterfly haven, city science, water lab and wilderness walk.
Address: 2430 N Cannon Drive | Chicago, IL | 60614 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 773 755-5100

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National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame Chicago
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This organization recognizes the accomplishments of a variety of Italian-Americans who have influenced sport in America. There is a performing arts center, banquet facility and gift shop on site.
Address: 1431 W Taylor Street | Chicago, IL | 60607 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 226-5566

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Chicago Museum of Contemporary Art
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This museum exhibits modern artistic culture through sculpture, photography, video and film, painting, and live performance. This facility is complete with a bookstore, a restaurant, a gift shop, and a 300-seat theater.
Address: 220 East Chicago Avenue | Chicago, IL [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 280-2660

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Loyola University Museum of Art (LUMA)
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LUMA is dedicated to the exploration and understanding of art that attempts to illuminate the enduring spiritual questions and concerns of all cultures and societies.
Address: 820 N Michican Ave | Chicago, IL | 60611 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 915-7600
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Chicago Cultural Center
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1897 former library restored to its orginal elegance and slendor. Now a civic venue linking arts to the general public.
Address: 78 East Washington | Chicago, IL [ Map ]

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The Hancock Observatory
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See the beautiful sights and views of Chicago from the newly renovated Hancock Observatory.
Address: 875 N. Michigan Ave. | Chicago, IL [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 751-3681

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Peace Museum
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First museum devoted to the cause of peace with over 10,000 artifacts including original paintings, sculptures,drawings and anti-war quilts.
Address: 100 N Central Park Ave | Chicago, IL | 60610 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 440-1860

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The Dusable Museum of African-American History
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Showcase of African American experiences and accomplishments.
Address: 740 East 56th Place | Chicago, IL | 60637-1495 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 773 947-0600
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National Vietnam Veterans Art Museum
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Collection of artwork created by Vietnam Veterans.
Address: 1801 South Indiana Avenue | Chicago, IL | 60616 [ Map ]

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Mexican Fine Arts Center Museum
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Dedicated to the preservation of Mexican history and culture. Extensive collection of art.
Address: 1852 West 19th Street | Chicago, IL | 60614 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 738-1503

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Chicago History Museum
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Now celebrating their 150th anniversary, the Chicago History Museum is the city's oldest cultural icon. They boast over 22 million artifacts in their eight main collections. Discover historical Chicago through architecture, archives and manuscripts, books and publications, costumes, industrial arts, oral history, paintings and sculpture, and photography.
Address: 1601 N Clark Street | Chicago, IL | 60614 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 642-4600

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Ukrainian National Museum Chicago
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Visitors can view a variety of traditional Ukrainian pieces including colored eggs, costumes, ceramics and religious artifacts. Educational exhibits include the history of the Ukrainian genocide and Chernobyl disaster.
Address: 721 N. Oakley Ave | Chicago, IL | 60612 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 421-8020

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J.Glessner House Museum
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National landmark housing a variety of 19th and early 20th century furniture and art collections.
Address: 1800 South Prairie Avenue | Chicago, IL | 60616 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 326-1480
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The Field Museum
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This museum houses the world's largest and most complete T-Rex found. Other permanant exhibits include the man-eating lions of Tsavo, Star Wars the Magic of myth, and Underground Adventures.
Address: 1400 S Lake Shore Drive | Chicago, IL | 60605 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 922-9410

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The Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows Chicago
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A large collection of stained glass windows created by a variety of artists. It is open year around to the public.
Address: 600 E Grand Ave | Chicago, IL | 60610 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 595-7437

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Oriental Institute Museum
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Dedicated to the history, art and archaeology of the ancient Near East.
Address: 1155 East 58th Street | Chicago, IL | 60637 [ Map ]

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Polish Museum of America
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The Polish Museum of America showcases the art, history and culture of Poland and of the Polish-American Community.
Address: 984 N. Milwaukee Ave | Chicago, IL | 60622 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 773 384-3352
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Robie House
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This is the former home of Frederick C. Robie, the bicycle magante of Illinois. Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, this house and museum is a popular landmark and tourist attraction in Chicago, IL.
Address: 5757 South Woodlawn Ave | Chicago, IL | 60637-1698 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 773 834-1847

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Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies
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Permanant exibition preserving the history and culture of Jewish religion world wide.
Address: 618 South Michigan Avenue | Chicago, IL | 60605 [ Map ]

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ABA Museum of Law Chicago
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The ABA museum covers the important historical cases in American history that they feel helped shape and create the nation that exists today.
Address: 750 N. Lake Shore Dr | Chicago, IL | 60611 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 988-6222

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Swedish American Museum
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This museum is dedicated to preserving the heritage of the Swedish people who came to America - specifically the Chicago area - two centuries ago. There are permanent art, artifact, and history exhibits, as well as Swedish language classes, crafts, lectures, dancing, and concerts.
Address: 5211 N. Clark St | Chicago, IL | 60645 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 773 728-8111
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The Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design
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International Museum dedicated to architecture, industrial, and product design, graphics, and urban planning.
Address: 225 Michigan Ave | Chicago, IL | 60601 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 819-9961

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International Museum of Surgical Science Chicago
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Visitors can view and learn about the history and growth of modern surgery. The museum, located in a historic mansion, has a variety of exhibits and collections.
Address: 1524 N Lake Shore Drive | Chicago, IL | 60610 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 642-6502 Extn: 3130
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The A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum Gallery
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Museum dedicated to the African American labor history and the American railroad attendents.
Address: 10406 S. Maryland Avenue | Chicago, IL [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 928-3029

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Chicago Children's Museum
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Designed specifically to entertain and educate children from 4 to 10, this museum has three floors of itneractive exhibits and activities. From digging for dinosaurs bones, navigating water ways or exploring a tree house and cave, there is much for adults and children alike to enjoy.
Address: 700 E. Grand Ave | Chicago, IL | 60611 [ Map ]
Tel: 1 312 527-1000

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