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Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows
This
museum
is the first museum in
the United States dedicated solely to stained glass windows.
It
contains a permanent display of approximately 150 stained glass
windows. It showcases both secular and religious windows and is divided
by artistic theme into four categories: Victorian, Prairie, Modern and
Contemporary.
Well-known artists' windows on display include Louis Comfort Tiffany and
John LaFarge, as well as Chicago artists Ed Paschke and Roger Brown. The
museum also presents unique contemporary pieces including stained glass
portraits of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Michael Jordan and a
window created from soda pop bottles.
The Richard H. Driehaus Gallery of Stained Glass is also featured within
the Smith Museum of Stained Glass Windows. This extraordinary collection
features 13 windows that highlight the work of Louis Comfort Tiffany and
his workshop from 1890-1930.
Admission to the Smith
Museum of Stained Glass Windows is free and the museum is open daily
during Pier operating hours.
Free public tours are available most Thursdays at 2 p.m. with the
Museum's curator. Tours meet at the entrance to the Stained Glass
Museum.
Phone Number:
(312) 595-5024
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Chicago’s Children’s Museum
Chicago’s children’s museum, located at the Navy Pier, is a must
see for children. This interactive and educational oasis is one of the
most popular children's museums in the United States.
Permanent exhibits include:
Inventing Lab, Dinosaur Expedition, Under Construction, Kraft Artabounds
Studio, Treehouse Trails, Water Ways, Play Maze, My Museum, Big
Backyard, Play It Safe, Climbing Schooner, Kids on the Fly and Skyline.
Museum Hours
Sunday - Wednesday & Friday: 10am-5pm
Thursday - 10am - 8pm (5 - 8pm Kraft Free Family Night)
Saturday - 10am - 8pm
The museum is open every holiday except Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Admission (2008):
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Type |
Cost |
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General (Adults
and Children over 1) |
$9.00 |
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Seniors |
$8.00 |
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Members |
Free |
Note: All prices are subject to change so check with the museum prior to
visiting.
Special Events:
Kraft Free Family Night is on Thursday evenings from 5 -8 pm and
admission if free for everyone.
Target Free First Mondays
is the first Monday of every month - Free admission for ages 15 and
under
Museum Contact Information
Phone Number:
(312) 527-1000
Website:
www.chicagochildrensmuseum.org.
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