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The Field Museum
1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605
+1 312 922 9410
site: The Field Museum
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  • Nick Hurley
    Nick Hurley said

    … Beluga Whales, one of which is a baby only six months old.Next to the aquarium is the Field Museum… continue reading »

  • The Coolidges
    The Coolidges said

    … full day!3rd day- We packed up, caught the bus to the Field Museum and checked out "sue… continue reading »

  • Frank D
    Frank D said

    …, The Field Museum & Underground Adventure, Shedd Aquarium (VIP Passes), Adler Planetarium & Astronomy… continue reading »

  • beccipit
    beccipit said

    … exhibitions were super at Field Museum of natural history. Just little minute time I was departed to next… continue reading »

  • Flying kiwi
    Flying kiwi said

    … than in the weekend. I went to the Field Museum of Natural History, which is gigantic and - it being… continue reading »

  • Blagartist
    Blagartist said

    … Hancock tower with Cynthia for cocktails on the 95th floor. I also went to the 'Field Museum' where… continue reading »

More information on The Field Museum

Get a glimpse of the ancient Americas, see a Dinosaur name Sue, be dazzled by a hall of gems - these are just a few of the exhibits you will find at the Field Museum. Originally built to house exhibits from the 1893 World's Fair, this natural history museum is located in the Museum Campus Chicago on Lake Shore Drive and houses the largest Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil. Aside from its impressive permanent collection, there are temporary exhibits and special programs and classes for children and adults.

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Directions

Red Line, Roosevelt stop

Area

Roosevelt Rd. and Lake Shore Dr

Hours

Daily 9a

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