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Chicago Children's Museum

Chicago Children's Museum
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Type of Attraction
Museums
Neighborhood
North
Interests That Apply
Art, Science, Sports & Recreation, Math
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Price: $5-$10
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs
Mobility Assistance Available: Elevator
Water/Drinks: Available at attraction or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Lunch
Restrooms: Available
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Chicago Children's Museum

Fun and Learning


Family Time

Address: Phone:
700 East Grand Ave
(Navy Pier)
Chicago, IL 60611
+1 312 527 1000
Fax: +1 312 527 9080

Description

This popular museum is a favorite of both local and visiting families. It's mission is to provide an educational facility where play and learning meet. There are many areas of the museum to explore; kids will love the fantasy creations in the BIG Backyard exhibit and relish exploring a recreated a famous dinosaur dig site in the Sahara. The idea for a museum dedicated to kids started in 1982 when Chicago public schools underwent major programming cutbacks and The Junior League of Chicago decided to set up the museum in two halls of the Chicago Public Library. Now housed in its third location at the Navy Pier, the museum is considering another move to Daley Bicentennial Plaza in Grant Park, which is garnering much criticism from locals.





Times & Dates

Open Hours: 10am-5pm, Sun-Wed, Fri; 10am-8pm, Thurs, Sat
Visit Time: 1hr-3hr
Average Wait Time: 0-15min
Price: $5-$10
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX, BANKCARD

Exposure

Indoor with climate control.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs)
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Families

Transportation

Nearest Train or Bus: Red Line, Grand Ave stop
Best Modes of Transportation: Bus Train Walking
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $0-$5
Notes: Rates for pier parking are as follows: Up to 1 Hour: $14, 1-3 Hours: $19, 3-8 Hours: $22, 8-24 Hours: $25. Weekends charge a flat fee of $22.


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(CC) Octavio Ruiz