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Museum of Contemporary Art - (312) 957-5815
Museum of Contemporary Art
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This modern art museum is contradictory, erratic, controversial, provocative, contentious and wonderful.
220 E Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 957-5815
Neighborhoods: Near North Side,Central
Cross Street: N Michigan Avenue
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Chicago, IL Metro
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Owner Message
- Modern Artist's Work
- Art from 1945-2006
- Theater and Events
Come to the Museum of Contemporary Art to see the most thought-provoking art created since 1945. One of the nation's largest facilities devoted to the work of living artists, the MCA is the best place in Chicago to experience the works and creative processes of the most stimulating artists of our time. View art today that everyone will be talking about tomorrow.
Tips
- Price Tag
Lobby, atrium, Puck's at the MCA, and sculpture garden will set you back $3,500-$5,500 for four hours ($1,000 for each additional hour). Tent extra. A 25 percent deposit is required.
- Food Bill
The catering rates are not cheap: $125-$200 per person (furniture included in cost), and you don't have a choice. The museum has an exclusive arrangement with Wolfgang Puck Catering.
- The Extras
The first Friday of every month is a sort of arty singles night, with Wolfgang Puck hors d'oeuvres and live music.
- Save Money
Admission is actually free all day on Tuesday, every week.
Customer Reviews
 Not to shabby
Reviewed by PacinoFan on
2009-07-16T19:28:06Z
I'm gonna be incredibly unpopular here and give this museum a 3 star review. I realize it's a culturally significant building and the works of art that they store are rare and controversial and exciting and incredibly valuable....but...this place is sooooo big and it's in a city filled with broke unemployed artists who have shelves of art they want to show and no where to put it in. How can a city with sooooo many artists have a contemporary art gallery with sooooo few exhibits.
If they would just use the space the architect gave them, this place would have a lot more to look at.
Pros: Famous art gallery
Cons: Kind of ...empty
 Museum by day, Party by night
Reviewed by jen1971 on
2008-09-02T19:05:45Z
Where else could you check out art and mingle at the same time? Every first Friday of the month, this museum offers a chance to look at the art while socializing, eating and drinking. It's a great concept. They are conveniently located on the Magnificent Mile. I highly recommend this museum especially for First Fridays!
 Jeff Koons
Reviewed by bethylou10 on
2008-09-02T18:04:34Z
My favorite museum in Chicago, hands down. The constantly rotating exhibits are always thought provoking, easy to navigate, and not at all daunting. The current exhibit highlights Chicago favorite, Jeff Koons. The MCA does a great job of highlighting his works and influences throughout his career.
First Fridays are always fun events, too, and great for networking.
Jeff Koons Exhibit is Spectacular
Reviewed by HeyNowLDT on
2008-07-13T20:12:23Z
I recently went to the Jeff Koons exhibit & I was thoroughly impressed. It's a vast collection from throughout his career. The museum is beautiful, in and of itself, but I love the art within. I was also fascinated by the wonderful collection of Alexander Calder mobiles on the top floor. Tuesdays are free, and I can't think of a better value for your buck than great art for free!
Beautiful space, great pieces
Reviewed by jkf118 on
2002-08-15T08:00:02Z
Although admission is a bit pricey, viewing the objects on display at the Museum of Contemporary Art is a great way to spend an afternoon. Since it is set back, off Michigan, it is supremely less crowded than the Art Institute, which allows visitors to spend more time looking at objects up close. In addition, the permanent collection is outstanding, a veritible who's-who in contemporary art. Lastly, the building itself is a work of art and farmer's markets outside in the summer are an added treat.
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