Adler, Field, Shedd offer free admission on Presidents Day

Feb 13, 2015 |

(CHICAGO) Some of the city’s museums will be free-of-charge with extended hours on Presidents Day.

The Adler Planetarium, Field Museum and Shedd Aquarium will have free general admission for Illinois residents on Feb. 16, according to a statement from an Adler spokesman.

Proof of Illinois residency must be provided to get a free ticket. Residents can also get all-access passes for a discounted price, the statement said.

Hours of operation for each museum:

-Adler Planetarium at 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

-Field Museum at 1400 S. Lake Shore Drive: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

-Shedd Aquarium at 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.