Free Wednesdays
About this event series
Pre-Registered Illinois field trips are FREE everyday of the week!
Free Wednesdays are the perfect opportunity for you to explore our basic admission exhibitions with your family or a group of science-loving friends. Adventure through the wilderness on a desert safari, explore ancient civilizations, and come face-to-face with prehistoric creatures— all in one place. The Field Museum has so much to explore, you’ll need more than just a day to see it all. But don’t worry— for Illinois Residents, every Wednesday in 2024 is free.
Please note: For the month of June, tickets for Free Wednesdays are only available to Illinois residents on-site and cannot be reserved in advance. Please ask a Visitor Services staff member for the special offer and show your Illinois proof of residency.
For your convenience during the busy summer season, Free Day tickets are available for advanced reservation online for the month of July only. Please present your proof of Illinois residency alongside your mobile tickets for express admission into the Museum. Tickets will also be available onsite subject to availability. Reservations are strongly recommended.
Museums for All
Can't make it on a free day? We offer Museums for All and other discounts all year long.
Families who qualify for state food assistance can receive $3-per-person Basic admission for up to six people. Just show an EBT (Link) or WIC card when you purchase tickets at the museum. You cannot take advantage of this special offer when buying tickets online.
Museums for All is made possible by Ford Motor Company.
Free Day Admission Options
| Ticket Type | Adult | Child | |
|---|---|---|---|
Discounted All-Access Pass Includes all general admission exhibitions, all ticketed exhibitions. | $16 | $14 | |
Discounted Discovery Pass Includes admission to all general admission exhibitions, and one ticketed exhibition. | $10 | $8 | |
Basic Admission Includes all general admission exhibitions, such as Evolving Planet, The Ancient Americas, and Inside Ancient Egypt | Free | Free |
Proof of Residency
Tickets for Free Wednesdays are only available to Illinois residents. 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 and check stub
Museums for All
Can't make it on a free day? We offer Museums for All and other discounts all year long.
Families who qualify for state food assistance can receive $3-per-person Basic admission for up to six people. Just show an EBT (Link) or WIC card when you purchase tickets at the museum. You cannot take advantage of this special offer when buying tickets online.
Museums for All is made possible by Ford Motor Company.
