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 Field Museum of Natural
History by Dabs
For those that are fans of Natural History museums, you'll want to be sure and see Sue, the world's largest and most complete T Rex, the man eating lions of Tsavo and Bushman, the famous gorilla from the Lincoln Park Zoo. Self guided tours can be found on the Field's website or at the admissions desk.
The Field has had several excellent temporary exhibitions in past years that I have enjoyed, including the Splendors of China's Forbidden City and the Jackie Kennedy exhibit. The current special exhibit is Real Pirates: The Untold Story of the Whydah from Slave Ship to Pirate Ship from February 25—October 25, 2009, if you have a tight schedule I'd recommend securing tickets in advance as they sometimes sell out.
Information on discount days, admission and free museum highlight tours can be found on the attached website.
There aren't many restaurants near the museum campus but there is a Corner Bakery for sandwiches, soups and salads in the museum as well as a McDonald's. Some restaurants close by are the Bongo Room at 1152 S. Wabash for breakfast, Opera for upscale Chinese at 1301 S. Wabash, Chicago Firehouse for American at 1401 S. Michigan or Gioco at 1312 S. Wabash. Leave a Comment
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 angelica is somewhere in that
picture on the rail by bryINpoland
I will admit that i dont like most museums. Though i have gone to a lot, i am real picky on which ones i go to. Everyone kept saying "Bryan, you have to see the Field Museum, Bryan, you have to see the Field Museum" so i figured i had to see the Field Museum.
My two favorite exhibits were the dinosaur fossil exhibit (cause i am a boy at heart and what boy doesnt love dinosaurs) and the animal and plants exhibit. One of the specail exhibits there at the time was the chocolate exhibit. Just my luck i was traveling with Angelica and "girls love chocolate". Man i hate chocolate now! She read every single thing, and then ofcourse i had to buy some chocolate after, and wouldnt u know, i had to carry that chocolate around then for the rest of the day. The chocolate that was bought for her! Stupid chocolate!
Anyways there were so many different things to see there that it was hard to choose. You can literally spend all day there. I will have to hit up the museum again next time i am back in Chi-town, as long as the chocolate exhibit isnt there.
General admission is 10 dollars for adults, 5 for children 3-11 and 7 for senior citizens and students. Hours are 9am to 5 pm with last admission at 4pm. Leave a Comment Address: 1400 S. Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605-2496Phone: 312.922.9410
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 but does every exhibit have to
be a blockbuster? by yooperprof, 3 more photos
I've noticed that they've taken to calling themselves (simply) "The Field Museum" - leaving out "of Natural History." This was originally created as a place to display the gathered collections of the 1893 Columbian Exposition here (see "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson.) Not only Natural History, but also Anthropology was one of its major focuses. In the 1920s, The great Marshall Field himself earned "naming rights" to the museum through his sizable contributions.
I know some people in the world of museums who grumble about how the Field has taken to emphasize "blockbuster exhibits" that often have nothing to do with its core mission. There are essentially commercial enterprises that are more part of the entertainment world than the educational one. I think they have a point: the Field hosted a "Star Wars" exhibit a while back, and now they are working on their next biggie, one devoted to Jackie Kennedy Onassis. Huh?
The Field Museum is like Oprah or Mayor Daley: in this city, no individual and no institution is above criticism. Leave a Comment
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The Field Museum is the place to go if you want to check out Sue, the largest, most complete, and best preserved Tyrannosaurus rex fossil yet discovered.
The Field Museum was founded to house the biological and anthropological collections assembled for the World's Columbian Exposition of 1893. These objects form the core of the Museum's collections which have grown through world-wide expeditions, exchange, purchase, and gifts to more than twenty million specimens. The collections form the foundation of the Museum's exhibition, research and education programs, which are further informed by a world-class natural history library of more than 250,000 volumes.
There are always exciting special collections to view such as Pearls, Chocolate and recently the Jacqueline Kennedy exhibit. Be sure to check out the gift shop as they have wonderful items on sale pertaining to the exhibits.
Regular hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. Last admission at 4 p.m. Open every day except Christmas.
Basic admission is $12 for adults; $7 for children ages 3-11, $7 for seniors and students w/ ID. There is a $2 discount for Chicago residents. Leave a Comment Address: 1400 S. Lake Shore DrivePhone: (312) 922-9410Directions: Museum campus (next to the Shedd and Adler Planetarium). From Downtown and Michigan Ave take the CTA bus 146, which stops along Michigan Ave north of the river and on State St. south of the river will drop you off right across the street from the Museum.Website: www.fieldmuseum.org
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 Field Museum Chicago by goingsolo
I read somewhere that there are over 2 million artifacts in this museum. I doubt I saw them all, but even a short visit to the museum will leave you on information overload. The main and most advertised exhibit at the Field Museum is Sue- a large dinosaur fossil that is supposed to be the most complete dinosaur fossil ever found. A good portion of the museum is devoted to dinosaurs. But there is much, much more.
The tri level museum is enormous and definitely a place you could and just might want to get lost within. There are exhibits, artifacts and drawings from a multitude of countries and regions, including a recreated Egyptian tomb and artwork from Tibet. The first floor nature and wilderness section was absolutely fascinating to me and I'd recommend it to anyone who's a National Park fanatic like I am. The attention to detail on the displays is amazing, as is the number of parks represented, not only within the US but internationally.
In addition to the learning centered exhibits, there are a bunch of interesting displays as well. The gem room, which contains as its centerpiece the world's largest (I think that's what it said) topaz, makes for an interesting browse for anyone who likes to look at large precious stones. The underground exhibit, which creates the impression that it is shrinking visitors down to microscopic size, was pretty interesting as well, especially with the animated larger than life bugs which pop out here and there.
I'd highly recommend this museum, especially if you plan to only visit one. Make sure to give yourself plenty of time to browse around each section too. Leave a Comment
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 Field Museum by jtsioson
Home of Sue, the largest and best preserved T. rex ever discovered.
Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., daily except for Christmas and New Year's days.
Admission: $8, adult; $4 seniors and children if Chicago residents; $10 for adults, $7 for seniors and students and $5 for children 3 to 11. Mondays and Tuesdays are free September through February. Tickets for special exhibits are extra. Leave a Comment Address: 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, ChicagoPhone: (312) 922-9410
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 The Field Museum by meteorologist1Leave a Comment Directions: Museum Campus by Lake Michigan. Parking is $12.00 per day on the Museum Campus (South Lot is $8 and you can take the free trolley in and out of the campus). Chicago's Free Trolley system runs through the campus.Website: http://www.fmnh.org/
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 Nadine and Sue by bryINpoland
The Field Museum purchased Sue for 8.4 miilion dollars in 1997, at a public auction, with much financial help coming from Mcdonald's, Walt Disney, and other private individuals. This was the most ever paid for a fossil, and secured Sue to a safe home in Chicago.
Interesting Sue Facts
* Sue is estimated to be about 67 million years old
*Sue measures a length of 42 feet long
*Sue Weighs more then 7 tons.
* Sues head weighs 600 pounds alone
*Sues brain cavity is big enough for a quart of milk
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For more on Sue, and the Field Museum, visit the following link to their website. Field Museum
* Please feel free to rate this tip, or any of my other tips. I am always looking to improve them. Thank you... Leave a Comment Address: 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive Chicago, IL 60605-2496Phone: (312) 922-9410Directions: Field Museum is located just next to Soldier field. Hme of the Bears. Sue is located in the main Lobby of the Museum.Website: http://www.fieldmuseum.org
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 Say "Hello" to Sue by worldglobetrotter
In addition to providing interactive permanent exhibits, professional symposia and lectures, the museum also presents numerous long-term special exhibits.
For example, the Underground Adventure features giant-scale replicas of life underground; "Sue" teaches us about the largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered; and Masks: Faces of Culture features masks from all over the world throughout history.
Admission:
Adults: $17
Kids (3-11): $8
Students w/ ID: $14
Senior Citizens: $14
If you live in Chicago, you're allowed a discount. Leave a Comment Address: 1400 S. Lake Shore DrivePhone: (312) 922-9410Directions: Open: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Last admission at 4 p.m. Open every day except Christmas. Located on Chicago's Museum Campus, at 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive, just south of Roosevelt Rd.Website: http://www.fieldmuseum.org/
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 by sambarnett
Of course special exhibits like Chocolate and Sue the T-Rex get most of the attention, but study over the floor plan carefully, tailor your visit to your interests. Some of my favorites include Africa, the South Sea Islands and the halls of Gems and Jades. The latter features very few kids (they tend to find it boring.)
Constructed between 1915 to 1921 of Georgia marble, the building itself, with its 700 + length and numerous columns, is immense and impressive.
Adult admission is $10. Children ages 3 - 11, $5 and students and seniors $7. Currently, Mondays and Tuesdays are free days. Leave a Comment
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