Check Here First
As the museum builds the Modern Wing, it is also renovating and reinstalling galleries throughout the museum. Before scheduling a tour, check this page to see what's on view.

Student Tours
Open your students up to the world inside the Art Institute.

Bring the Teens!
The Art Institute offers a range of programs designed specifically for teen audiences (7–12th grades), providing a chance for teens to actively participate with their peers, become exposed to different careers, and expand their appreciation of art.

Teacher Programs
Expand the scope of the classroom by adding art to your curriculum.

Teacher Resource Center
Discover a special space inside the museum for teachers, art volunteers, parents, and other educators.

Lesson Plans
Find online lesson plans for use in museum galleries and school classrooms.

Teacher Admission
All Illinois teachers receive free general admission to the Art Institute with proof of teacher certification. When educators visit the Teacher Resource Center, they will receive a free educator’s pass. This pass gives the bearer unlimited general admission to the Art Institute and admission to the Ryerson and Burnham Libraries until September 1, 2008.

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