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Welcome to the Art Institute of Chicago, home to a collection of art that spans centuries and the globe—and one of Tripadvisor’s “Best of the Best” US attractions of 2024. We look forward to your visit and invite you to explore our many exhibitions and to join us for one of our free daily tours.
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The Art Institute of Chicago, founded in 1879, is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the United States. It is based in the Art Institute of Chicago Building in Chicago's Grant Park.
- Starry Night and the Astronauts, 1972. Alma Thomas.
- The Bedroom, 1889. Vincent van Gogh.
- Buddha Shakyamuni Seated in Meditation (Dhyanamudra), Chola period (c. 855-1279), about 12th century.
- Many Mansions, 1994. Kerry James Marshall.
The Art Institute of Chicago is a world-renowned art museum housing one of the largest permanent collections in the United States. An encyclopedic museum, the Art Institute collects, preserves,...
Gauguin Paintings, Sculpture, and Graphic Works at the Art Institute of Chicago. Entries from curators and conservators offer novel insights into Gauguin’s technique, show how he consistently pushed artistic approaches in new directions, and draw fascinating connections between his life and work. Digital Publication.
Founded in 1879, the museum is home to approximately 300,000 works of art from all cultures and historical periods, spanning every medium, and host to more than 30 special exhibitions per year.
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