Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago (MCA Chicago)

Arts & Culture · Chiacgo, IL

About

The MCA is open Tuesday through Sunday, with late hours until 9pm on Tuesdays. It collects and exhibits modern and contemporary art from around the world, with a focus on innovative works. The museum is a mixed crowd space welcoming all, and its River North location puts it steps from Lake Michigan.

Tuesday admission is free for Illinois residents, making it a popular day to visit. The museum's cafe and store add to the experience. You can also walk to the nearby Art Institute of Chicago for more art.

Features

  • Free Tuesday admission for IL residents
  • Modern and contemporary art collection
  • River North location near Lake Michigan

Practical

Mixed Gay/StraightMuseumGallery
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What people say

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From the community

“Great Gallery”

Make a point to visit this museum when you're in Chicago. The exhibitions are consistently excellent.

A visitor · Over a year ago

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the MCA LGBTQ+ owned or focused? +

The MCA is a general museum welcoming all audiences, not specifically LGBTQ+ owned or focused.

What are the hours? +

Tuesday 10am-9pm, Wednesday through Sunday 10am-5pm. Closed Mondays.

Is there an admission fee? +

General admission is standard pricing, but Illinois residents get free admission on Tuesdays.

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