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Dining
There are many dining options available in the Loop. Here is a list of some places near the Art Institute. Please make sure to check with the dining venue before your visit to make sure they are still operating. Also, consider the dining options at the museum.

Parking
Parking is available at Millennium Park Garages. Please notice that the more affordable option is the Millennium Park Garage (avoid Grant Park North and South). To find the most affordable option, you may want to try SpotHero.

Access to the Ryan Education Center during Closed Hours
If you are coming to a program that begins before the museum opens, please enter through the Student Group Entrance on the east side of the Modern Wing at Columbus Drive and Monroe (see photo below).

Free Admission for Pre-K-12 Illinois Teachers
Be sure to obtain your new educator pass or update your old one. To receive free admission, eligible educators must visit the Crown Educator Resource Center and sign up for the Educator Network. Members of the Network are eligible to receive an Educator Annual Pass upon presenting valid school ID, pay stub, or a letter (on letterhead) verifying employment in an Illinois school. Only one pass is given to an educator per year; replacement passes are not available. Educator passes must be presented at the admissions desk upon each visit to the museum to obtain a ticket for entry into the galleries.

News and Events
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