Museum Free Days 2012
Whether it’s gazing up at a 67 million year old T. rex skeleton, reaching out to touch a Moon rock, or coming nose to nose with a dolphin, Chicago’s world-class museums are of immeasurable educational value for visitors of all ages. Many of these acclaimed cultural institutions and historic landmarks have free and discounted admission days throughout the year, making visiting a museum an even greater value.
Please note that you must be an Illinois resident to take advantage of free admission days at many, but not all, major museums in Chicago. See the list below for specifically which museums apply. Out-of-state visitors may continue to take advantage of great discounted admission offers that include special prices for seniors, children, educators, active-duty military personnel, museum members and others. Check individual museums' websites for details.
Note: Check back often for updated dates. Museum Free Day dates are subject to change without notice based upon individual museums' schedules, and though museum admission may be free on designated days, some museums may charge a fee to view special exhibits.
FREE general admission for Illinois residents only on the following dates:
January: 9-12, 17, 18, 23-26, 31
February: 1, 6-9, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29
March: 6, 7
FREE general admission for Illinois residents only on the following dates:
January: 12, 13, 16-20, 23-27, 30, 31
February: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
March 5; April 19; May 23
June: 4-8, 11
September: 4-7, 10-14, 17-21, 24-28
October: 1-3
November 5; December 3
FREE general admission for Illinois residents only on the following dates:
January: 9, 10, 15-17, 25-28, 30, 31
February: 6, 7, 13, 14, 19-23, 27, 28
June: 17-22
September: 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25
October: 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30
November: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
FREE general admission every Tuesday for Illinois residents only. Upcoming dates:
January: 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
February: 7, 14 21 & 28
March: 6, 13, 20 & 27
April: 3, 10, 17 & 24
FREE general admission for Illinois residents only on the following dates:
January: 16
February: 5-29
FREE for all visitors every Tuesday, year round. Upcoming dates:
January: 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
February: 7, 14 21 & 28
March: 6, 13, 20 & 27
April: 3, 10, 17 & 24
FREE guided tours are limited to 12 guests, first-come, first-served.
January: 4, 11, 18 & 25
February: 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
March: 7, 14, 21 & 28
April: 4, 11, 18 & 25
FREE guided tours are offered every Wednesday at 12 Noon. Tours are limited to 15 guests, first-come, first-served.
FREE general admission for Illinois residents only on the folllowing dates:
January: every weekday
February: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
March: 7, 14
FREE general admission for Illinois residents only on the following dates:
January: 11-13, 19, 20, 24, 26, 27, 31
FREE for all visitors every Thursday, 5-8 pm. FREE on the first Sunday of each month for children 15 and under.
FREE general admission every Thursday for Illinois residents only. Upcoming dates:
January: 5, 12, 19 & 26
February: 2, 9, 16 & 23
March: 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
April: 5, 12, 19 & 26
FREE general admission every Sunday for Illinois residents only. Upcoming dates:
January: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
February: 5, 12, 19, 26
March: 4, 11, 18, 25
FREE for all visitors on the second Tuesday of the month. Upcoming dates:
January: 10
February: 14
March: 13
April: 10
FREE guided tours are limited to 12 guests, first-come, first-served.
January: 4, 11, 18 & 25
February: 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
March: 7, 14, 21 & 28
April: 4, 11, 18 & 25
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