January 2025 kicks off in Chicago Wednesday, and several famous museums across the city are planning to offer free days ...

A new year will bring a brand new chance to immerse yourself in artwork, science and history without going far from home. And the best part of all - you don't have to spend a thing. Illinois ...

Each of my visits has been during the deepest part of its no-nonsense winters when the warmth of one of its many museums can be lifesaving in a literal sense. And I’m told that the sticky heat and ...

Chicago’s museums are world-class, but all those bones, weather simulators and rides in Chicago’s first El train car don’t come cheap. Throw in parking, special exhibits and the gift shop, and it adds ...

Discover free things to do in Chicago with free admission days at top attractions like the Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium, ...

Here are 16 Chicago creatives who stood out to us this year, including saxophonist Isaiah Collier, director and cofounder of ...

Other than museums, Brookfield Zoo and the Chicago Botanic Garden have free admission days in 2025, too! Chicago Botanic ...

From gumdrop structures to a fashion show of yellow chemical suits, the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry is molding the minds of tomorrow's scientists and engineers. Chicago museums holding ...

Located at Navy Pier, the Chicago Children's Museum offers temporary and permanent play-based exhibits for babies, toddlers and kids ages 4 and older. Founded in 1982 by the Junior League of ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: After hours of museum hopping, grab a kid-approved lunch at Kim & Carlo's Hot Dog Cart. The no-frills stand offers everything from vegan dogs to the traditional Chicago hotdog.