Free Museum Days

Looking for some family fun that's free?

Several of Chicago's museums are offering days of free admission.Yes you read that right. That isn't a typo.

According to this article in Toddling Around Chicagoland, if you're looking for some fun things to do with the kids this spring then you need to take a trip into the Windy City.

Chicago offers a lot from taking in famous works of art , walking among plants and trees, or learning about animals or people around the world, with all of their muesums and zoos. There will be plenty to do. Plus with free admission that helps with the budget too.

Below are the places offering free admission.

Keep in mind that the most free days only apply to Illinois residents with valid identification and only apply to general admission, not special exhibits or events.

Adler Planetarium – June 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, & 12

Alfred Caldwell Lily Pool – Free daily

Art Institute of Chicago – Every Thursday evening from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm

Brookfield Zoo – No free days in spring

Cantigny Park – Free admission daily; $5 parking ($2 parking after 4:00 pm)

Chicago Botanic Garden – Free admission daily; $25 parking on weekdays, $30 on weekends

Chicago Children’s Museum – Every Thursday evening from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm

Chicago History Museum – March 4

Cosley Zoo – Free daily for all Wheaton Park District residents and for children 17 and under

DuSable Museum of African American History – Every Sunday

Field Museum – June 4, 5, & 8

Garfield Park Conservatory – Free daily