There are no Free Admission days currently scheduled, see what discounts you can redeem online or onsite to save on your day at the Field.

Free Admission Days are the perfect opportunity to explore our general admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Or, use these days to check out special ticketed exhibitions or a 3D movie with a discounted Discovery or All-Access Pass.

Discounted All-Access Pass

Includes all general admission exhibitions, all ticketed exhibitions, and one 3D movie

Adults Children (ages 3–11) Seniors (65+) Students (w/ ID) $23 $17 $20 $20

Discounted Discovery Pass

Includes admission to all general admission exhibitions, and one ticketed exhibition or 3D movie

Adults Children (ages 3–11) Seniors (65+) Students (w/ ID) $16 $12 $14 $14

Basic Admission on Free Days

Includes all general admission exhibitions, such as Evolving Planet, The Ancient Americas, and Inside Ancient Egypt

Adults Children (ages 3–11) Seniors (65+) Students (w/ ID) Free Free Free Free

Proof of Residency

No special coupon, ticket, or pass is required to enter the Museum during Free Admission Days. Just present a current Illinois driver's license, state ID, or Chicago CityKey card at the ticket desk to establish proof of residency.

If you do not have an Illinois identification card, you may establish residency by showing a valid photo ID along with one of the following:

Illinois lease

Illinois library card

Illinois student ID with photo

Illinois utility bill

Illinois work ID or check stub

Museums for All

As part of the Museums for All initiative, we offer discounted admission to all families who qualify for state food assistance. Show an EBT (Link) or WIC card to receive $3-per-person admission for up to six people.

This rate applies during normal business hours every day the Museum is open.