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Field Museum in Chicago is one of the largest natural history museums in the world. Founded in 1893, it is home to over 26 million artifacts and specimens that span three floors and almost 400,000 square feet of exhibition space. It has permanent exhibits ranging from anthropology to zoology, as well as rotating special exhibitions. The Field Museum is also home to a world-renowned research facility with a rich history of scientific discoveries.

From Sue the T-Rex to the Ancient Egyptians to the Halls of Pacific Peoples, visitors can explore and learn about life on Earth for millions of years. They can explore 3D models of ancient Egyptian tombs and get up close with mummies or discover more than 4500 artifacts from Native American cultures through interactive exhibitions. In addition to its vast collections, the Field Museum offers educational programs for students and school groups at all levels, designed to enhance their learning experience while exploring the museum's galleries.

Located along Lake Michigan’s shoreline near downtown Chicago, the Field Museum is open daily and provides free admission for children aged 15 and under on Sundays during select months throughout the year. Highlights include breathtaking views of Lake Michigan, dynamic cultural festivals held throughout the year, interactive exhibitions that spark curiosity in children and adults alike, as well as an impressive range of free activities such as lectures by acclaimed scientists and researchers or outdoor concerts during summer months.

The museum also houses an array of objects related to its exhibits including fossils, skeletons and preserved specimens from extinct animals such as mammoths or saber-tooth cats; artifacts from ancient civilizations such as Egypt; live animals; archaeological artifacts from around the world; plus more than 300 full-sized dioramas featuring plants and animal species from all over our planet. Furthermore, there are special collections devoted to library materials—including historically significant documents—as well as more than 1 million photographs depicting people, places and events throughout history. And last but not least: A variety of fun activities that encourage exploration such as scavenger hunts for families or virtual reality experiences for visitors young and old!