This attraction of Chicago is dedicated to the present day art. It presents this art to its visitors through sculpture, painting, video/film, photography and performance. It also houses a gift shop, a restaurant called the Puck's restaurant, bookstore, a theatre with 300 people's capacity and a sculpture garden which has an attractive view of the Lake Michigan.

1. What are the programs arranged here and how are they beneficial?

Various programs like first Fridays, Farmers Market and a lot more take place throughout the year. Talks and discussions on contemporary art conducted here provide an educational insight of art to visitors; they even get to meet the most innovative artists and curators here. The school programs, college programs and workshops that are conducted will bring out the artistic bent of every individual.

2. What are the working hours and admission fee of this museum?

It's open on Tuesdays from 10am to 8pm and from Wednesday to Sundays from 10am to 5pm. It remains closed on all Mondays and on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year days.

The admission charge is $12 but for students with IDs and senior visitors, its $7. 12 year olds and under can enjoy a free admission inside the museum. Tuesdays are free entry days for all.

This museum has become so popular that everyday there are a large number of tours arranged like the school tours, family tours, curators tours, free tours, guided tours and self guided tours.

http://www.mcachicago.org/

3. Are there any hotels within a mile of the museum?

You can easily find a Chicago IL hotel which will suit your needs.

- Affinia Chicago: About 0.10 miles away from the museum of contemporary art Chicago.

http://www.affinia.com/

- The Seneca Hotel and Suites: Around 0.12 miles away from the museum of contemporary art Chicago.

http://www.senecahotel.com/

- Park Hyatt Chicago: Around 0.13 miles away from the museum of contemporary art Chicago.

http://parkchicago.hyatt.com/hyatt/hotels/index.jsp

- Avenue Hotel Chicago: Around 0.15 miles away from the museum of contemporary art Chicago.

http://www.avenuehotelchicago.com/