On The Go Chicago

It seems like the warmer weather is not only drying up our soggy parks, but also the number of FREE days at Chicago family friendly museums and attractions.  Although there are fewer FREE days in Spring and Summer, there are still a number of opportunities to enjoy one of our world class museums for free this April.

Following is a list of FREE days in April.  Please note that free days usually only cover general admission.  If you want to see a special exhibit, you normally have to pay an additional fee.  Be prepared for larger than normal crowds on free days too.  Many local schools plan field trips around the free days.

• Field Museum – April 12 (Every Second Monday is free)
• Adler Planetarium – April 20 & 27
• Chicago Children’s Museum – Thursdays from 5-8pm the museum is free to all.  Every first Sunday, 15 and under are free.  Plus, if you are a member of the DuPage Children’s Museum, you can always get in free.
• Museum of Science and Industry – April 19-23
• Art Institute – Every Thursday from 5-8pm
• Museum of Contemporary Art – Every Tuesday
• Chicago History Museum – Every Monday
• Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum – Thursdays are suggested donation days
• Shedd Aquarium – No discount days until June.
• Lincoln Park Zoo – ALWAYS free