The Low Down
EDITORS TIPS
The Extras: On weekends at 1:30pm, and daily during July and August, kids can hear a story and work on an art project to take home (free with admission). Another kid favorite: Museum overnighters take place two or three times a year. Pre-registration is required for sleepovers. Call (312) 665-7400 for details and registration.
Save Money: Chicago residents get a discount on admission fees (proof of residency required). The Field Museum offers about 52 discounted days per year. Check the official website for the current schedule.
Rants, Raves & Reviews
See the world's largest Tyrannosaurus rex, Egyptian tombs and a hall of priceless gems at Chicago's natural history museum.
by Contributor at Citysearch
Overview
The Field Museum has made a name for itself with media splashes like the Tyrannosaurus rex (aka "Sue") exhibit as well as mainstays like the permanent Underground Adventure exhibit, where visitors can walk through aâ¦
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By Analise B. at Foursquare
Make sure you come here with a desire to learn and tons of time! Wicked cool exhibits. Very interactive and well done. Egyptian exhibit was hand... Read More
By Heather K. at Foursquare
Buy a membership and get into an entire network of museums for free or cheap. Read More
By Jared P. at Foursquare
Get your learn on. Read More
By Ron H. at Foursquare
Such a great museum! Get the membership and split up your visit over a couple of days. There is so much to see, you'll be exhausted if you try to... Read More
By Sathish J. at Foursquare
West side entrance is best way to get inside. Read More