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
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What people say
Rated from 625 reviews. 27 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
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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