Illinois Free Days

Illinois residents receive FREE General Admission to the Presidential Center Museum every Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. CT! While visiting the Museum be sure to explore our 19.3 acre campus, open daily and free to the public.

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Museum Admission

Illinois residents receive free admission every Tuesday. Book your tickets to the Museum now.

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Reserve Tickets

Illinois Free Day tickets to the Obama Presidential Center Museum are now available. Please note that capacity limits remain the same on Illinois Free Days, so we strongly encourage you to reserve your tickets online and in advance of your trip.

To reserve your ticket (Opens in a new tab) , select a Tuesday time slot, add Illinois Resident General Admission tickets to your cart, then input your Illinois zip code to checkout. Upon arrival to the Museum, you must present a current Illinois driver's license, state ID, or Chicago CityKey card at the ticket desk to establish proof of residency. If you do not have an Illinois identification card, you may establish residency by showing a valid photo ID along with one of the following:

Illinois lease
Illinois library card
Illinois student ID with photo
Illinois utility bill
Illinois work ID and check stub

Illinois Free Days Across Chicago

Take advantage of Illinois Free Days and get free admission to world-class institutions around the city. Take a look at several museums, cultural institutions, and event spaces participating in Illinois Free Days.

Discounted Tickets

The Museum offers discounted and complimentary tickets for select groups. See if you qualify.

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Education at the Center

All schools in Illinois are eligible for free tickets to the Museum exhibitions, subject to availability. Explore the Center’s offerings tailored for students and educators.

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Summer Garden Gatherings

Join free, open-house gatherings featuring live music, gardening activities, and more.

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Plan Your Visit

Getting to the Campus

Map out your route to our campus before you visit.

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Museum

Explore the remarkable story of President Obama and Michelle Obama and those who inspired their journey.

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Sky Room

Head to the top of the Museum and take in stunning views of the West and South Sides of Chicago.

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Accessibility

Check out all of the accessibility options across our campus.

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Dining

Nourish your soul (and stomach) with our dining options brought to you through a new collaboration between Bon Appétit Management and Chicago’s own Chef Cliff Rome.

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Shop

Take home exclusive merchandise inspired by the city of Chicago, the Obamas’ legacy, and the Presidential Center campus.

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