It is especially noted for its extensive collections of 19th-century French painting (Impressionist works in particular) and 20th-century painting and ... More
It is especially noted for its extensive collections of 19th-century French painting (Impressionist works in particular) and 20th-century painting and sculpture. (Read Sister Wendy's Britannica essay on art appreciation.) The Art Institute was established in 1866 as the Chicago Academy of Design.
Millennium Park is a can't-miss attraction for any Chicago visit. The lakefront campus, located in the heart of downtown, is home to the iconic Cloud ... More
Millennium Park is a can't-miss attraction for any Chicago visit. The lakefront campus, located in the heart of downtown, is home to the iconic Cloud Gate statue (aka “The Bean”), interactive fountains, tranquil gardens, free events, public art, skating rinks, rock climbing, and plenty of green space.
201 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601-6530 
- Business hour -
Open daily : 06:00am-23:00pm
- Directions -
From the subway: exit at Lake (Red Line) or Washington (Blue Line) and walk east.
Served by buses 3, 4, 6, J14, 20, 56, 60, 124, 146, 147, 151, 157.
- Park Spaces -
1)Boeing Galleries and exhibitions
BP Bridge between Millennium Park and Maggie Daley Park, exit only during events
Chase Promenades – including Cloud Gate also known as "The Bean" on Grainger Plaza
Crown Fountain, water feature off for the season. (May-Oct)
2)Lurie Garden
HUB312 at the McDonald's Cycle Center, open 9am to 7pm
Nichols Bridgeway between Millennium Park and Art Institute of Chicago, open during museum hours, closed during Park events
Welcome Center (201 E. Randolph St.), open 9am to 5pm or until the end of the performance on event nights
3)Wrigley Square
The Jay Pritzker Pavilion and Great Lawn are open for events only (view out Attending an Event page).