Great place mainly for small kids. There's an area to walk around that has a hawk, turkey vulture,…read moreand an owl (I'll add pictures). There's a play area in front of the building with lots of fun activities for kids. Inside the building - which is a 150-year old former mansion, there are 4 rooms with some exhibits, animals like snakes and turtles, and a good-sized play area. Outside, one can walk around the pond - which took me about 20 minutes. It is tree-lined and also goes along the Des Plaines River.

Quiet, clean and well maintained museum. The building looks really beautiful from the outside and…read morelooks well-kept from the inside. I saw a small play area for small kids in one of the rooms.

Small museum located in central Chinatown. Free to the public with options to donate and a little…read moregift shop on the first floor. Exhibits are featured on 1st and 2nd floors and the 4th seems like a repository of books and little tea area. Seems like a cool amenity and quick 20 - 30 minute stop for those in the area.

This was a neat museum to see for free (they also accept donations). There's 3 floors that they…read moreseem to rotate. I didn't even know it was there but good to know now and continue to check out their rotations.

My Husband booked a date for us to go to a book discussion and book signing with Malayna Evans,…read moreauthor of "Isis of Egypt". It was a wonderful event, a great turnout and a fantastic opportunity to meet the author. She was awesome. We got to see the museum as well and it was a lot of artifacts from Northern Africa and upper middle eastern countries. I highly recommend this museum!

I loved visiting the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Museum! This is a small but…read moreincredibly intriguing museum located on the campus of University of Chicago is gift to the world telling the story of major ancient civilizations with a treasure trove of ancient artifacts with a mission to understand, reveal, and protect the past. I felt connected and extremely immersed in the past as I was exploring the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures, almost as if time doesn't really exist on a linear timeline but instead the past, present, and future existing all at once as if I had been here before feeling. This museum teaches people about the beginnings of our lives as humans together. The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Museum started in 1919 holds a collection of many interesting artifacts over 350,000 artifacts from archaeologists on expeditions mostly in West Asia and North Africa during the 1920-1940s. It mainly has galleries of ancient Egypt, Nubia, Persia, Mesopotamia, Syria, and more. The is Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Museum is also a continous place of research and learning sponsoring archaeological and text-based research projects. The Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Museum is not really kid friendly but great for adults, researchers, anyone who appreciates ancient civilizations. This museum is free for all but the current suggested donation is $15. My favorite part of the museum is the Human-Headed Winged Bull (lamassu), Palace of the Assyrian king Sargon II , Dur-Sharrukin (modern Khorsabad) from Iraq. Don't hesitate to explore the Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures Museum because it is very much worth it!

Located right in the center of the Montrose Bird Sanctuary - The Magic Hedge is where it all goes…read moredown. It is known for it's magical properties luring in the most rare of the rare winged creatures. You'll always find the most bird people on the Magic Hedge snapping photos, looking through binoculars and chatting it up. Full review of the Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary: https://www.yelp.com/biz/montrose-point-bird-sanctuary-chicago?hrid=OTeJ___qgUtR1TCwaeVhag&utm_campaign=www_review_share_popup&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=(direct)

My wife and I have visited this magical place several times since our foray into bird watching and…read moreit never disappoints. We think the people it attracts are more interesting than the birds, actually, because we seem to befriend a new group, or part of a group every time we visit. Whenever someone spots an interesting bird, they pull their binoculars up and everyone can see this, so they kind of coagulate wherever this happens with quick, soft questions on the order of, "what do you see?" or "where are you looking?" and nobody seems to mind all the horning in so little groups seem to form and dissipate quickly in the Magic Hedge, almost as quickly and randomly as the birds themselves. I have a theory that the birds come to watch the people, and that they consider it as interesting as we do.

This is one of those small museums that serve a very narrow spectrum of interest. First it's about…read morehistory -- Chinese history. And that part of Chinese history that essentially lost out in the big struggle to define China. So if you don't follow what the Nationalist Chinese are and where they sprang from, this will be snooze time for you. Most of the important events in this story happened before World War II. The museum is not very visible on this street of bustling businesses. You really need to find the address and take a leap of faith going in their door. Nothing is apparent at street level. It's a steep 3-story staircase to get to the exhibit room. Everything in this museum is in this one large room. It is mainly enlarged copies of very old photographs documenting the events in the adult life of the "Father of Modern China," Dr. Sun Yat-Sen. The museum must be self-sustaining. Admission is free and there was no request for a donation. He had a Chicago connection, having visited our city back in the early decades of the previous century (the last time was in 1911). The most fascinating object in this exhibit is a large diagram of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen's theory of the individual in society. The lone guide at this museum is Rex Sun (no relation), who is thoroughly knowledgeable about this person and period in Chinese history. There is also considerable material here about Dr. Sun's wife, Soong Qing Ling, who carried on his policy after his death. She was the sister of the wife of General Chiang Kai-shek, the despised dictator who once ruled Nationalist China (The Republic of China) on Taiwan. Soong Mei Ling, also known as Madame Chiang Kai-shek is also represented in the exhibition. There were 3 Soong sisters, each with their husbands having a great impact on the 20th-century history of China - http://tinyurl.com/25vr9e2.

The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Museum caught my eye as I am open to exploring new ideas and historical…read moreinformation. Located in a historical retail complex, between two stores, this museum is a large room that functions as a part-memorial and part-archives to the visitor. History buffs, academics, or anyone who loves learning would enjoy visiting this little museum. As a smaller, somewhat "hole-in-the-wall" place for interesting historical photos, the museum does an inspiring job by giving the visitor a glimpse of the complex WWII politics occurring within China and Taiwan. I find the presentation of the historical relations between the two parties very interesting and educational. The building space is historical, so it's got an aged look, but they do a great job of renovating and sprucing up the walls with fresh cream and red colors. If you're seeking a history or learning experience, do visit. It's not a gallery with a modern or trendy appeal, so go downtown if you're looking for that type of experience. Overall, I'm glad I decided to go in and take a look!

Beautiful museum! They have gorgeous art exhibits, such as…read more"Abuela's House", being featured right now. Free admission! They have free community events too, such as a poetry reading in honor of Indigenous Peoples' Day. My boyfriend is Puerto Rican so coming here was very special and he read a poem during the event. It was a lovely event with fantastic writers and delicious refreshments. They have stunning murals outside to see too. This is the only museum in the United States dedicated to Puerto Rican art and culture so it's very special. I definitely recommend coming here!

Always a memorable experience at The National Museum of Puerto Rican Art . The display of Abuela's…read moreHouse was absolutely breathtaking and brought back so many loving memories of times with abuela.

Black Foodie Tour photo stop at Museum Campus…read more No matter how many places I have visited, beautiful Chicago will always be home. Views of the skyline are breathtaking. Today was absolutely perfect; nice weather and clear skies.

Quality/Quantity - Museum on the water. Sadly when we got…read morehere, they were already closed for a private event. A wedding, should we crash...? So we decided to hang out around the museum. Got ice cream from the food truck in front of the museum. Hung out at the beach, etc. Walked the entire park. Other food and drink options, see pictures. Atmosphere - 57 acre park off of Lake Michigan. Beautiful views, see picture. Beautiful lawn to play, picnic, etc. Sculpture garden outside of museum. See picture. Beautiful fountains a short walk away. Water Taxi, etc. Service - N/A, self service as they were closed when we got here. Price - See picture or website for prices; sadly they were closed when we got here. Owner Comment - Long history of the birth and growth of this place, see website (you will have to Google to get the website). So much to see and do in your park, thank you.

Clean and well organized. Welcoming and helpful staff. Thought we could purchase the Passport…read morehere, but were directed to the Illinois Rock and Roll Hall of fame around the corner. There is an admission to go past the lobby and gift shop and only interested in getting our passport, we took a few photos and left. Looks and feels nice though.

The city of Joliet has done a great job creating this Route 66 museum. The displays are beautifully…read moredone and there are many interactive displays. Do yourself a favor and go see it!