Northerly Island | Explore Chicago

Northerly Island is a 91- acre peninsula that juts into Lake Michigan at the heart of the Museum Campus. It is located just south of the Adler Planetarium and east of Soldier Field. The majority of this space is dedicated to nature! The nature area at Northerly Island features beautiful strolling paths, casual play areas and a spectacular view of the Chicago skyline. It is also home to some of the best fishing in Chicago. 

During the winter and early spring (November - April), the Northerly Island fieldhouse is open on Saturdays and Sundays, from 10 am to 4 pm. The rest of the year, the fieldhouse is open daily, from 9am to 5pm. When the fieldhouse is open, staff is available to answer questions about the island and provide information on a discovery tour. 

Sitting on the northern end of the island is the Charter One Pavilion, a temporary, yet state-of-the-art concert venue. The 7,500 seat pavilion hosts concerts from some of today's most popular artists along with family matinee events.  For further information on the Charter One Pavilion or for ticket information, click here.