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Chicago Museums & Attractions

Explore Chicago's top museums and attractions with these links, events, and resources.
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Volo Auto Museum - Is it Worth a Visit?

The Volo Auto Museum in Volo, Illinois features more than 300 classic cars and five, huge auto showrooms. But is it worth a visit? Read reviews here and offer your own opinions.

Hull House Ghost Pictures

See photos of possible ghosts taken at the historic Hull House in Chicago, Illinois.

Shedd Aquarium - 6 New Things at the Oceanarium

Discover five of the most visible changes at the Shedd Aquarium Oceanarium following its 2009 renovation.

Shedd Aquarium - Fast Facts

Find the location, hours, key features, and more fast facts for the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago, IL.

Bridgehouse & Chicago River Museum - Photos

See photos of the Chicago Bridgehouse Museum located in an active Chicago bridgehouse on the Chicago River.

Bridgehouse and Chicago River Museum - Fast Facts

Find the location, hours, and special features of Chicago's Bridgehouse and Chicago River museum located in a working bridgehouse on the Chicago River.

Schedule of Free days at the Shedd Aquarium - 2009

Find the 2009 schedule of free days when general admission is free at the Shedd Aquarium in Chicago.

Schedule of Free Days at the Field Museum - 2009

Find the 2009 schedule of free days when general admission is free at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago.

Schedule of Free Days at the Adler Planetarium - 2009

Find the 2009 schedule of free days when general admission is free at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago.

Free Days at the Museum of Science & Industry - 2009

Find the 2009 schedule of free days at the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago. Admission is free on these days.

Museum of Science and Industry - Fast Facts

Find the location, hours, key exhibits, admission, and more for the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago.

Irish American Heritage Center Profile

Find the location, hours, and more information about Chicago's Irish cultural center, the Irish American Heritage Center.

DuSable Museum of African American History

Find the location, hours, and more info about Chicago’s DuSable Museum of African American History with these fast facts.

Chicago Air & Water Show 2009 - Fast Facts

Find the dates, times, schedule and more for the Chicago Air and Water Show 2009.

Jane Addams' Hull-House Museum - Fast Facts

Find the location, hours, and events at the Hull House Museum in Chicago. The Hull House honors the life and work of early social worker and Nobel Peace Prize winner Jane Addams.

Top Ten Chicago Museums

Chicago's museums rank among the best in the world. How lucky are we that we get to live near them and visit often? Here is a quick reference guide to the museums that consistently turn up as the city's most popular, based on attendance. Find the essentials you need to visit today.

The John Hancock Observatory - Planning Your Visit

Get essential information and a local's perspective on visiting Chicago's John Hancock Observatory.

Navy Pier Fireworks Schedule

Find this year's schedule for fireworks that are launched off barges near Navy Pier.

Bridgehouse and Chicago River Museum

Housed in the Michigan Avenue Bridgehouse and operated by the Friends of the Chicago River, this museum gives visitors an up-close look at the bridge's machinations and the beauty of the river. Open during summer months only.

The Chicago History Museum

Chicago's institution dedicated to preserving and exploring Chicago's history. Find hours, exhibits, classes, kids' activities, and more.

Clarke House Museum

Built in 1836, the Clarke House is Chicago's oldest surviving home. The City of Chicago operates it as a museum.

The Field Museum

Home to Chicago's dinosaur remains and millions of artifacts from humanity's natural history. Find exhibits, hours, directions, research and collections, and more.

DuSable Museum of African-American History Home Page

Dedicated to honoring and exploring the African-American experience in Chicago, the museum features exhibits, artwork, classes, and more.

Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust

This umbrella site is the official site for touring FLW's Chicago-area legacy. It offers tours for the Oak Park studio and homes as well as the Robie House in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood. Find maps, programs, research, collections, and more, too.

Glessner House Museum

A National Historic Landmark designed by architect Henry Hobson Richardson and built in 1887. Find tour information, rental options, history, and special events.

Jane Addams Hull-House Museum

The Hull-House was the center of social worker and Nobel Peace Prize winner Jane Addams' work and contributions to our city. Visit the museum, read about its history, hear audio tours, and more.

Lincoln Park Zoo

Chicago's neighborhood zoo is the only privately-managed free zoo in the country. Find information on planning your visit, new arrivals, online games and activities, special events, and more.

Museum of Science and Industry

Home to the U-505 captured German sub, a replica of a working coal mine, an I-Max, and hundreds of other exhibits. Located in Hyde Park. Find hours and directions, buy tickets, learn about exhibits, and more.

Millennium Park

Millennium Park is one part park and many parts attractions. Find resources to explore and enjoy the newest Chicago jewel at its official site.

Navy Pier

Home page for the popular entertainment destination. Find calendar of events, hours, restaurants, things to do, transportation info, and more.

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