Chicago

The Art Institute of Chicago is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the US, attracting approximately 1.5 million guests annually. It is home to some of the world's most famous paintings, including The Old Guitarist by Pablo Picasso, A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte by Georges-Pierre Seurat, Edward Hopper's Nighthawks, and Grant Wood's American Gothic, among countless other works.

The Field Museum is a natural history museum in Chicago, Illinois. As one of the largest and most impressive of such museums in the world, its houses extensive scientific specimen and artifact collections. The museum's high-quality permanent exhibitions attract up to two million visitors a year.

Explore interactive exhibits on space and technology. Walk through a real WWII submarine and learn about its history.

Observe colorful balloon exhibits. Participate in interactive art installations.

The tasty Museum of Ice Cream brings to life the universal power of ice cream by creating experiences that inspire imagination, helping you to rediscover the kid in you! The museum's inclusive environments are designed to inspire human connection and energize the senses to reimagine the way you experience and love ice cream. Unlimited ice cream will only boost your newfound appreciation of the good stuff! (Arrive hungry!)

Learn about history through exhibits and artifacts. Attend educational programs and presentations.

Chicago's premier art gallery is dedicated to showcasing art in all its forms – so expect to see painting, photography, film, music, theater and more in a stunningly designed exhibition space.

Get ready to experience the impossible at Museum of Illusions Chicago! With over 80 exhibits – including optical illusions, holograms, hands-on exhibits, and immersive rooms – guests of all ages will enjoy some eye-fooling fun while also learning about vision and perception. Your eyes will be in a constant battle with your brain as you make your way through this one-of-a-kind experience. And don't forget your camera; you'll want to capture those wild moments as you appear to defy gravity and walk on walls! A mind-bending adventure awaits at Museum of Illusions Chicago!

The Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) is Chicago's new all-in-one architecture experience. Visitors can learn about the city's history across two floors of interactive exhibits. It is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States.

The Medieval Torture Museum is located in a 6,000 square foot building in Chicago, Illinois. It houses torture devices and interactive exhibits based on torture in the Middle Ages. Get hands on with the most grisly devices ever invented and even see them used... on silicon models!

The Chicago History Museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich history of Chicago, Illinois. Originally founded in 1856 as the Chicago Historical Society, the museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts, documents, and photographs that tell the story of the city and its people. Visitors to the museum can explore a range of exhibits and displays, including interactive exhibits on Chicago's role in the Civil Rights Movement, the city's contributions to the arts and entertainment, and the history of Chicago's neighborhoods. The museum also displays a collection of over 50,000 historical objects, including furniture, clothing, and other artifacts that offer a glimpse into daily life in Chicago throughout its history. Through its exhibits, collections, and educational programs, the Chicago History Museum seeks to engage visitors of all ages in a deeper understanding of the city's past, present, and future.

Sloomoo Institute celebrates joy through sensory play. The mission: embrace the power of satisfying through vivid color, sense of scent, tactile compounds, and captivating visuals and sounds. Sloomoo Institute launched in October of 2019 with an interactive 12,000 square-foot experiential space in SoHo, NYC, where hand-crafted, artisanal slime (think dozens of textures and the most delicious scents), soothing ASMR, and wondrous delights converge with glossy, sophisticated design and contemporary art.

Dive into the fantastical world of the written word at the American Writers Museum. The only museum of its kind in the nation, the American Writers Museum features fun and interactive exhibits for readers and writers of all ages. Explore more than 400 years of American writing of all genres, vintage typewriters, a Word Waterfall, word games and a Surprise Bookshelf that includes sounds, smells, videos and dioramas. Experience this gem of a museum, located just steps from the Riverwalk and Millennium Park.

Interact with colorful art installations. Enjoy hands-on activities and photo opportunities.