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Museum Hours

Museum open daily, 9am-5pm, last entry 4pm.

Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day.

Museum is located at: 1400 S. Dusable Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605

Contact Us
For general inquiries: 312.922.9410 or 312.665.7669 (TTY).

Fuel your passion for discovery with dinosaurs, ancient objects, cultural insights, and groundbreaking science.
Ticket discounts are available at checkout for Chicago residents, as well as child and student visitors. ID required.

Save up to 49% on our All-Access Pass plus admission to 4 more top Chicago attractions.

Chicago CityPASS
Chicago CityPASS

Save up to 49% on our All-Access Pass plus admission to 4 more top Chicago attractions.

Basic admission plus all ticketed exhibitions

All-Access Pass
All-Access Pass

Basic admission plus all ticketed exhibitions

Includes general admission exhibitions

Basic Admission
Basic Admission

Includes general admission exhibitions

Ticketed exhibitions

Travel around the world with just one ticket. Each All-Access Pass gives you access to all general admission exhibitions, like Inside Ancient Egypt, SUE the T. rex in the Griffin Halls of Evolving Planet, and Cyrus Tang Hall of China, plus our ticketed exhibitions.

Current ticketed exhibitions include:

  • Africa Fashion (Feb 28, 2025—Jun 29, 2025)
  • Reptiles Alive! (Opens June 20, 2025)
  • Underground Adventure (ongoing)

While you’re here, catch a 3D movie! Tickets are $10 per person or $5 for Members in addition to your admission to the museum

Browse all exhibitions

Special Offers

These discounts are only available in person—ask about them when you arrive at the Field.

Museums for All

Families with valid EBT (Link) or WIC cards from any state are eligible for $3-per-person Basic admission for up to six people. Please show your valid EBT (Link) or WIC card when you purchase tickets at the museum. You cannot take advantage of this special offer when buying tickets online. Museums for All is made possible by Ford Philanthropy.

ASTC Travel Passport Program

If you're a member of a science center or museum that participates in the ASTC Travel Passport Program, you can receive free Basic admission. Please show your science center or museum member ID when purchasing tickets at the museum. You cannot take advantage of this special offer when buying tickets online.

Illinois Teachers

Basic admission is complimentary for Illinois teachers (pre-K through 12th grade). Please show your employee ID when purchasing tickets at the museum. You cannot take advantage of this special offer when buying tickets online.

Military Discounts

Basic admission is complimentary for active-duty military personnel, veterans, and IL State Gold Star ID cardholders. Additional discounts are available for up to 6 military family members. Please show your employee ID, military status ID, or Illinois State ID with Gold Star Family status when purchasing tickets at the Museum. You cannot take advantage of these special offers when buying tickets online.

Members discover more

Members enjoy FREE admission to the Museum and FREE admission to ticketed exhibitions — JOIN TODAY!

Membership includes opportunities to go behind the scenes at our Annual Members’ Nights

Member tickets

Reserve your free tickets to the museum by verifying your membership and booking tickets online or at the museum.

Chicago CityPASS

Save up to 49% on our All-Access Pass plus admission to 4 more top Chicago attractions. With one easy purchase you can visit the attractions at your own pace, in any order, over a 9-day period.

Go City® - Chicago

Save up to 55 percent on admission to several Chicago-area attractions, including the Field Museum, with a single pass. With Go City® you can visit top attractions and hidden gems, all on your schedule.

Free Admission Days

Free Day tickets are available for advanced reservation online. Please present your proof of Illinois residency alongside your mobile tickets for express admission into the Museum. Tickets will also be available onsite subject to availability. Reservations are strongly recommended.

Health and Safety

In accordance with the City of Chicago’s updated guidelines, the Field Museum no longer requires proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or masks for museum visitors. Some exceptions may apply for museum events. If you have registered for an event, your event organizer will communicate any specific requirements. 

Visitor Policies

We want everyone to have a great time at the museum, so we strive to deliver a welcoming enviroment and a relevant experience. With the safety and well-being of our guests and staff in mind, we have created the following guidelines. We ask all visitors, students, and staff to comply with these policies during their time with us. 

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