Field Museum

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Find out everything you ever wanted to know about Earth’s fascinating past and present at the Field Museum, one of the most famous Chicago museums. Only one mile from your deluxe accommodations, the Field Museum was originally located in Jackson Park, but was moved to its current site in the lakefront Museum Campus in 1921. This museum was incorporated in 1893 as the Columbian Museum of Chicago, later changing its name in honor of its first major benefactor, Marshall Field.

Marvel at the breathtaking sight of Sue, the world’s most complete Tyrannosaurus rex fossil skeleton, who was uncovered in the hills of South Dakota after 67 million years. Explore an abundance of permanent exhibits ranging on topics from animal biology and fossils to cultures around the world, gems and fossils. In addition, the museum offers traveling exhibits, numerous classes, lectures and events to encourage the public understanding and knowledge of the natural sciences.