Top 5 Art Museums in Cook County

5233 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640, United States

“You do have to wear a mask when you do come in and they provide free masks. Everyone wants to moan about how COVID is over and no one wants to talk about the flu. Masks can prevent transmission of common sicknesses most of the time. Before I came here, I did see one star reviews saying that they were anti-black. The moment I parked, I saw Black Lives Matter flags all over their windows. They have POC employees and have a wonderful section of black literature. So I’m pretty sure that the majority of the one star reviews are fake. I had asked an employee for recommendations and they picked out their favorites and their coworkers favorites as well. Very knowledgeable and friendly. If you don’t wanna talk to anyone, they do have written little postcard recommendations about books on the bookshelves. They have an amazing kid section that I would’ve loved when I was little. For such a small store, they try and pack every genre.”

40 E Erie St, Chicago, IL 60611, United States

“We were very much looking forward to visiting this museum. However, a woman named Jeanne who gives the tours there was was very rude to us. She and her tour group entered the room we were in and then she mocked us and told us we were mot welcome in the room. We will no longer be recommending this museum. The reception staff were kind, but Jeanne, their boss, was not. Avoid this museum at all costs if you’re allergic to snobbery. No amount of marble or beautiful Tiffany stained glass can make up for ugliness. Art is meant to celebrate life. Jeanne’s attitude rather inharmoniously clashed with her surroundings and failed to live up to that philosophy. The museum should chose better docents.”

2936 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, United States

“great theater not a bad seat anywhere. Can't wait to come back for an other event.”

1029 W 35th St, Chicago, IL 60609, United States

“It was an amazing experience to attend the third Friday open house at Zhou B Art Center this past week. The five floors of the building are a magnet for artists, collectors and art appreciators. There was so much going on it was hard to take it all in and I can't wait to attend the third Friday in October. I was amazed at the quality and variety of the artwork and it was fun to meet the artists and speak to them about their art.”

4702 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, IL 60640, United States

“The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. They welcpmed our party and made sure we had everything we needed. the staff cats were tolerant of us...which is about as welcoming as cats can be.”

5535 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, United States

“I grabbed a last minute ticket from golstar tickets to see arsenic and lace and it did not disappoint. The performance kept the entire audience laughing and the design design was flawless.”

3015 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, United States

“This place was and is fantastic! It gives you a different glimpse into Puerto Rican culture and really allows you to immerse yourself in the essence that is Puerto Rico. I loved being greeted and the enthusiasm displayed by the amazing people there. I love the sounds of the coqui when you walk outside. Reminds me of home. Fantastic place to come with the family and show support.”

6418 N Greenview Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, United States

“Wonderful collection of leather culture and community. Impressive and moving archives. Not just from the United States.Soon accessible for wheelchairs, but already a very valuable aid. Best to ask first by phone.”

5550 S Greenwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60637, United States

“FREE art museum on the University of Chicago Campus. They had a great exhibit called "Not All Realisms" showing the influence photography can have on telling a story. Come visit here after you see Amanda William's Redefining Redlining Art Installation where she and others planted 100,000 red tulips to visually depict the impact redlining had on the Washington Park neighborhood. Head over to Roux Restaurant afterwards for some delicious biscuits and gravy!”

800 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60607, United States

“Hull-House is a living inspiration. There are tons of pieces of information, it's free, and seeing this beautiful level of (oft-gay) solidarity in the face of extreme government surveillance and interference is the goal. :)”

W Exchange Ave &, S Peoria St, Chicago, IL 60609, United States

“If you're a fan of Chicago History, including that of the labor movement and the role of firefighters in the Greatest City in the World, this area is must-see.”