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Accessibility information available; screen reader users supported
Visitor tip
The Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibit requires timed entry slots—book your preferred time early in the day if possible. The exhibit is not very large but features life-sized fossil replicas. Plan 1-2 hours for this special exhibit, then explore the permanent collections.
Visitor tip
The Crown Family PlayLab Gallery is a major hit with young children (ages 5+), featuring hands-on interactive exhibits like magnifiers and a rhythm room. Plan at least 1-2 hours if visiting with kids, as this area keeps children entertained and engaged.
About Field Museum
State-of-the-art science museum. State-of-the-art museum of science & invention, with the world's largest Tyrannosaurus Rex.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Natural History Museum
- Featured Exhibits
- Pokémon Fossil Museum, SUE the T. rex, Máximo the Titanosaur, Pacific Halls
- Interactive Features
- PlayLab, VR Transporter, close-up exhibit access
- Hours
- 9am to 5pm daily
What visitors say
I brought my fiancé here as a little surprise, and we both absolutely loved it! I managed to snag free admission tickets on a Wednesday right when they first became available. We parked in a nearby garage, which was a pleasant 15-minute…
Free for Illinois residents day delightful once got parking in North garage close to entrance. Kept 2 five year olds entertained and informed for 3 hours. Children's area a big hit, especially manifiers and rhythm room. Indoor eating…
It’s a pretty good museum jam packed with artifacts and interesting ways of presenting the information. I really enjoyed the well utilized large areas. We went during the Pokémon exhibit and had a blast . It even has a nice cafe if u…
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Did You Know?
- Houses SUE, the world's largest Tyrannosaurus Rex fossil, prominently featured in the Hall Griffin Halls of Evolving Planet & SUE the T. rex
- Features Máximo the Titanosaur Hall, displaying one of the largest land animals ever discovered
- Offers free general admission to Illinois residents on designated Free Wednesdays, making world-class natural history accessible to local communities
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