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Art Institute of Chicago
Overview
The Art Institute of Chicago is one of the oldest and largest art museums in the United States, founded in 1879. Located in Grant Park, Chicago, the museum is housed in a historic building originally constructed for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition. It features a permanent collection of nearly 300,000 works, including European, American, and Asian art, as well as significant pieces from various cultures and time periods.
The museum is particularly known for its extensive collection of 19th-century French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings, along with modern and contemporary art. Iconic works include Georges Seurat's A Sunday on La Grande Jatte and Grant Wood's American Gothic. It hosts over 30 special exhibitions each year, showcasing renowned artists like Frida Kahlo and Vincent Van Gogh. In addition to its exhibitions, the museum serves as a research institution with conservation laboratories and a large art history library. It is closely affiliated with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, enhancing its role in art education and appreciation.
Basic Information
| Industry | museums & institutions |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1879 |
| Revenue | 328M |
| Headquarters | 111 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60603, United States |
| Languages | English, Chinese |
| Alexa Ranking | 29322 |
Contact Details
- Phone: +1 312-443-3600
- Website: artic.edu
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-art-institute-of-chicago
Key Focus Areas & Initiatives
- Art museum collection management
- Art conservation science
- Art museum educational programs
- Special exhibitions
- Art history research
- Conservation laboratories
- Art museum research library
- Community engagement
- Educational outreach
- Art museum scholarship programs
- Art collection digitization
- Museum tours
- Public programs
- Art appreciation
- Art education programs
- Iconic artworks and sculptures
- Cultural events
- Family activities
- Teen programs
- Interactive exhibits
- Art classes and workshops
- Digital collections and platforms
- Museum accessibility
- Guided and self-guided tours
- Research library
Technologies Used
- Amazon SES
- CloudFlare CDN
- CloudFlare Hosting
- Drupal
- FedEx
- GitHub Hosting
- Gmail
- Google Apps
- React Redux
- Remote
- VueJS