The Field Museum of Natural History was built in 1893, and in 1905 was named after Field, a man who donated large funds to its con …
The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago is the largest science center in the Western Hemisphere. Under its roof collected mo …
The National Greek Museum is the first and only major museum in the United States dedicated to Greek history from ancient times to …
The Peggy Notbaert Museum of Nature collection is based on exhibits collected since 1857 by the Chicago Academy of Sciences. The m …
Chicago attracts travelers with its energy, architecture and incredible museum wealth. The city on the shores of Lake Michigan combines science, nature, history and culture so that each visit turns into a small journey of discovery. Visiting local museums gives you the opportunity to immerse yourself in different eras and worlds, from prehistoric finds to modern scientific installations, and make the city part of your personal experiences.
It is worth noting such iconic sites as the Field Museum of Natural History, built in the late XIX century and received its name in 1905 in honor of the benefactor, there are famous paleontological collections and rare archaeological finds. The Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago is considered one of the largest scientific centers of the Western Hemisphere, under its roof are large-scale demonstrations and technical exhibitions. The National Greek Museum presents a unique chronology of Greek history and traditions in an American context. The Peggy Notbaert Museum of Nature inherited the collections of the Chicago Academy of Sciences, which began in the mid-nineteenth century, and preserves interesting samples of the fauna and ecosystems of the region. The Chicago Historical Museum, as the city’s oldest museum organization, offers contemporary displays that highlight key milestones in urban history. In the vicinity of the city you can also find interesting historical and natural sites that are easy to include in the extended museum route.
Museum life in Chicago is full of temporary exhibitions, educational programs and imported exhibitions of world collections. In the halls of the Science and Industry Museum, interactive projects and science shows for all ages are regularly changed, and the Field Museum hosts seasonal archaeological and paleontological exhibitions featuring rare skeletons and artifacts. The Chicago Historical Museum hosts themed retrospectives and public lectures that help to better understand the city’s heritage. Keep an eye out for posters and official museum websites so you don’t miss short-term projects and guest collections coming from other countries and cities.
Come to Chicago to make your perfect museum itinerary and experience the city in all its versatility. The best way to see the maximum is to use the services of a private guide: an experienced guide will tell you the best routes, discover little-known stories and help with the organization of time so that visiting museums becomes truly memorable. Book your tour in advance and turn your trip to Chicago into a rich and emotional adventure.
