Museum Guide for Kids and Families in Chicago

Chicago is full of great museums, attractions, and more sneaky fun educational opportunities for kids and their families. Here's our ultimate guide to the best museums, galleries, and exhibits for kids in Chicago - plus insider tips on how to make the most of your family's museum day and when to score with free museum days in Chicago.
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The Field Museum is home to some of the country's most complete dinosaur skeletons.
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Garfield Park Conservatory in Chicago. Photo by @zoblue, Flickr (CC BY-NC-ND 2.0)
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