“Two bronze lions guard a collection housing 300,000 works; including the definitive assembly of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces outside Paris; the Modern Wing’s 'flying carpet' roof filters natural light over the 1930s Americana of Edward Hopper; find the Thorne Miniature Rooms at 4 pm when the museum quietens; the precision of the 68 period interiors is dizzying in its micro-scale.”
About Art Institute of Chicago
Two bronze lions guard a collection housing 300,000 works; including the definitive assembly of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces outside Paris; the Modern Wing’s 'flying carpet' roof filters natural light over the 1930s Americana of Edward Hopper; find the Thorne Miniature Rooms at 4 pm when the museum quietens; the precision of the 68 period interiors is dizzying in its micro-scale.
Why Visit
Art Institute of Chicago is one of United States's defining sites — a place that rewards every visitor differently.
✦ Insider Tips
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Book tickets for Art Institute of Chicago in advance to skip long queues.
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Hire a local guide to unlock the stories behind every corner.
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Spend extra time in the least-visited sections — they're often the most rewarding.
