Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
One of the world's largest contemporary art museums, with installations, video and painting from after 1945, located right beside the Water Tower.
Located beside the Magnificent Mile, just east of the Water Tower, the museum collects contemporary art from after 1945, including works by Andy Warhol, Jeff Koons, Cindy Sherman and others. It is known for large temporary exhibitions and performance art. On summer Tuesday evenings, there are free jazz concerts on the outdoor terrace, and a farmers' market is held outside on Tuesdays. Illinois residents get free admission on Tuesdays. Please check the official website for ticket prices and opening hours.
Opening hours
Tue–Sun about 10am–5pm (extended Tue; closed Mon)
Nearby sights
- 360 Chicago (John Hancock Center)
- Chicago Water Tower
- Magnificent Mile
- Chicago Riverwalk & Architecture Cruise
- Chicago Theatre
- Chicago Cultural Center
- Millennium Park & Cloud Gate
- Chicago Lakefront Trail