Discounts - Only available at the admissions desk and cannot be applied to tickets purchased online
- Veterans receive one free admission and Active Military receive up to four free admissions at the Admissions Desk with a valid Military ID.
- Visiting members of ACM Reciprocal Network institutions are eligible for a 50% discount on up to six admissions at the Admissions Desk with proof of membership. Find out if your home institution is part of the ACM Reciprocal Network.
- Chicago Children's Museum is a proud Museums for All partner. We offer families that qualify for state food assistance and are in possession of an EBT card or WIC card $3 admission per person for up to 6 people when identification is presented in the general admission line. We accept EBT cards or WIC cards from every U.S. state and territory. Note: The Chicago Public Schools issued EBT cards and the Pandemic-EBT (P-EBT) cards are not eligible for this program
Special Notice(s)
- At least one adult (18+) AND one child are required for museum entry
- Some exhibits may be closed during the final hour of operations
- Final admission allowed no later than one hour before closing
- Parking validation is available only during museum operating hours at the time of check-in before a visit.
- The museum is unable to process payments using international credit and/or debit cards. Museum admission can be purchased at the admissions desk with cash, or by using cards linked to U.S. banks. Contact us for additional support.
- By completing your online purchase, you are agreeing to abide by all museum rules and safety protocols. We look forward to hosting you for a day of playful learning.
See how we play safe!
CLICK HERE TO RESCHEDULE YOUR VISIT OR TO REQUEST A REFUND
Members can NOT redeem more free tickets than their membership allows. Additional tickets are full-priced and available at the admissions desk. Membership levels are confirmed at check-in.
- Family-level members can redeem up to 4 free admissions per day
- Explorer-level members can redeem up to 6 free admissions per day
Discounts - Only available at the admissions desk and cannot be applied to tickets purchased online
- Veterans receive one free admission and Active Military receive up to four free admissions at the Admissions Desk with a valid Military ID.
- Visiting members of ACM Reciprocal Network institutions are eligible for a 50% discount on up to six admissions at the Admissions Desk with proof of membership. Find out if your home institution is part of the ACM Reciprocal Network.
Special Notice(s)
- At least one adult (18+) AND one child are required for museum entry
- Entry is allowed at any time during the selected time window.
- Some exhibits may be closed during the final hour of operations
- Parking validation is available only during museum operating hours at the time of check-in before a visit. All members must present their e-membership card or photo identification to receive their parking validation.
- NOTE: Parking validation is valid for up to 5 hours. Guests who remain in the Navy Pier parking garage longer than 5 hours are subject to regular parking rates.
- The museum is unable to process payments using international credit and/or debit cards. Museum admission can be purchased at the admissions desk with cash, or by using cards linked to U.S. banks. Contact us for additional support.
- By completing your online purchase, you are agreeing to abide by all museum rules and safety protocols. We look forward to hosting you for a day of playful learning.
See how we play safe!
PRICING WILL UPDATE AFTER 'ADD TO CART' IS SELECTED
Click Here to Reschedule Your Visit
Chicago Children's Museum Welcomes ACM Conference Attendees!
May 12, 2024 - May 19, 2024
Hours and FAQ
We're excited to extend a warm invitation to all attendees of the 2024 ACM Conference. As a special offer, conference participants can explore the wonders of the Chicago Children's Museum for free! Simply present proof of your conference attendance along with your photo ID, and enjoy complimentary admission. This exclusive opportunity is available from Sunday, May 12th, through Sunday, May 19th (closed on Tuesday, May 14th). Don't miss out on this chance to experience interactive exhibits and creative fun at the Chicago Children's Museum during your conference stay. We look forward to welcoming you for a day of play!
Before your visit, see the museum's guidelines for professional guests.
Special Notice(s)
- The museum will be closed on Tuesday, May 14th
- Some exhibits and experiences may be unavailable during the final hour of operations
- Final admission allowed no later than one hour before closing
- ACM attendees are eligible for a 10% parking discount available at the admissions desk during museum operating hours.
See how we play safe!
Contact us for additional support.