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Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago offers 17 interactive, hands-on exhibits for children ages birth to 8. All of our exhibits and programs are aligned to the Illinois State Learning Standards and are designed to nurture a love of learning in young children.

Regular Hours

  • Sunday and Monday: 9:30 AM-1 PM
  • Tuesday-Saturday: 9:30 AM-4 PM

Members-Only Hours

  • Sunday-Saturday: 8:30-9:30 AM

Invite your friends! You can bring guests for free up to the number of admissions included with your membership level. Any additional guests will be charged regular general admission prices.

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Upcoming Adjusted Hours

  • Monday, September 21: open 9 AM-4 PM (extended hours for Yom Kippur)

The Museum is closed on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas.

Best Times to Visit

  • Afternoons are always slower than mornings
  • Weekdays are usually slower than weekends
  • Sunny days are much slower than rainy days––and a they’re a great chance to visit Habitat Park!

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Admission

Museum admission includes access to all exhibits and activities and are valid during all operating hours on the date purchased unless noted.

  • Members: Free
  • Infants (under 12 months): Free
  • Children (1-16): $20
  • Adults (17-64): $20
  • Seniors (65+): $18
  • Military: Buy one get one free
  • Museums For All (SNAP/WIC cardholders with valid card): $5 per person up to 6 admissions

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September is Grandparents Month!

Grandmas, Grandpa. Granny, Gramps. Mimi, Pop-pop. Whatever name you call them, celebrate grandparents with us! Bring the whole family and make memories across generations at the Museum.

All month long: admission is just $5 for grandparents!

Get $5 tickets for grandparents

September 19: admission is free for grandparents!

Get free tickets for grandparents Enjoy a show by Miss Jamie’s Farm

Regular rates apply to in-person purchases for all guests.

Exhibits
Explore permanent, special and traveling exhibits.
Activities
Enjoy story times, games and more led by our education team.
Special Events
Celebrate upcoming, one-time and recurring events with us.
Birthday Parties
Start hands-off planning for your hands-on party by choosing one of our three packages.
Venue Rentals
Use our 18,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space to host your next event.
Café
Grab a healthy snack at Bean Sprouts Café.
Amenities & Rooms
Program rooms, lockers, nursing stations and more.

Location

2100 Patriot Boulevard
Glenview, IL 60026
(847) 832-6600

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Hours

Open today from 9:30 am-1:00 pm

Open tomorrow from 9:30 am-1:00 pm

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Admission

  • Members: Free (early access hours: 8:30–9:30 AM daily)
  • Infants (under 12 months): Free
  • Children (1 – 16): $20
  • Adults (17 – 64): $20
  • Seniors (65+): $18
  • Military/Veterans: Buy one get one free
  • Museums for All (SNAP/WIC cardholders with valid card): $5 per person up to 6 admissions

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The Museum will be open to the public extended hours until 4 pm on Monday, September 21.