Chicago Museums Offer Free Admission to Illinois Residents in 2025

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Chicago Museums Offer Free Admission to Illinois Residents in 2025
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Several Chicago-area museums are giving back to the community by offering free admission to Illinois residents throughout the year.

A number of museums in the Chicago area will mark the beginning of the year by offering free admission to Illinois residents. A new year will bring a brand new chance to immerse yourself in artwork, science and history without going far from home. A number of museums in the Chicago area will mark the beginning of 2025 by offering free admission to Illinois residents.

Illinois residents can visit the Art Institute for free on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays as part of Free Winter Weekdays from Jan. 6 through March 14. Admission is always free for Illinois Pre-K to 12 teachers, teaching artists working in schools, kids under 14, Chicago teens and active-duty members. The Adler Planetarium allows Illinois residents to visit the museum for free every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., including New Year's Day. Located in the Chicago suburb of Glencoe, the Chicago Botanic Garden will offer free admission for Illinois residents Jan. 6-12 and on Jan. 20. The Field Museum offers free admission to Illinois residents for every Tuesday. The museum is always free for visitors under the age of 18. The museum also has a pay-what-you-can policy. For ticket reservations made online, there is a $5 convenience fee. For ticket reservations made over the phone, there is no fee.

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