Museum Of Contemporary Art Chicago

Art museum · Streeterville

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"The MCA is one of the city’s museums that’s in a near constant state of transition. With its relatively small permanent collection, it relies on special shows—from large scale installations to video, fashion, music, photography, and more—that showcase just as many rising local talents and underground, avant-garde renegades as recognizable names. Past exhibits include David Bowie Is, Takashi Murakami: The Octopus Eats Its Own Leg, and Virgil Abloh: Figures of Speech.   It also has one of the best gift shops (ever) and is home to Marisol, where chef Jason Hammel puts forth thoughtful, seasonal cuisine. Come summer, visit for their “Tuesday on the Terrace” music series, along with 21 Minus, an annual festival celebrating the next generation of artists." - Elaine Glusac

14 Best Museums in Chicago | Condé Nast Traveler
Peter McCullough

220 E Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60611 Get directions

mcachicago.org
@mcachicago

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