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Illinois Institute of Art – Chicago was a for-profit art and culinary school in Chicago, Illinois. It briefly operated as a non-profit institution before it closed in 2018.
Welcome to the Art Institute of Chicago, home to a collection of art that spans centuries and the globe—and one of Tripadvisor’s “Best of the Best” US attractions of 2024. We look forward to your visit and invite you to explore our many exhibitions and to join us for one of our free daily tours .
- Narcissa Niblack Thorne, Thorne Miniature Rooms, c. 1937–40 (Gallery 11) Upon entering the Art Institute from Michigan Avenue, it’s likely your eyes will immediately be drawn to the Women’s Board Grand Staircase.
- Takamura Kо̄un, Transom Panels from the Phoenix Pavilion, 1893 (Gallery 108) Look up or you’ll miss one of the most fascinating historical gems in the Arts of Asia galleries on the main floor, carved by a respected Buddhist sculptor.
- Tadao Ando, Ando Gallery, 1992 (Gallery 109) The gallery adjacent isn’t just a dimly lit oasis in the midst of a bustling museum; it is renowned architect Tadao Ando’s first American commission.
- Unknown Moche artist, Portrait Vessel of a Ruler, 100 BCE–500 CE (Gallery 136) In the nearby Arts of the Americas gallery is this stunning portrait vessel from Peru.
See why the Art Institute of Chicago is the only museum in the world to be top-ranked by TripAdvisor four years in a row! Experience the greatest Impressionist collection outside Paris, and view contemporary masterpieces in the spectacular Modern Wing.
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The Art Institute of Chicago extends free admission to members of our community through several avenues. RESERVE ONLINE IN ADVANCE. Free Hours for Illinois Residents. Admission is free for Illinois residents on Thursday evenings, 5:00–8:00, June 6–September 26.
Nov 2, 2023 · Visit the Art Institute of Chicago, a museum with a permanent collection of over 300,000 artworks, from ancient to contemporary. Learn about the free days, ticket prices, hours, exhibitions and tips for your visit.
Discover one of the Chicago's finest: the Art Institute, a world-renowned museum showcasing iconic works of art. Check out tips before your visit to the museum.
