Oriental Institute at the University of Chicago
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- Neighborhood: Hyde Park/University Of Chicago
- 1155 E. 58th St.
- Chicago, IL 60637
- 773-702-9520
Located on the University of Chicago campus, the museum showcases history, art and archaeology of the ancient Near East. The Edgar and Deborah Jannotta Mesopotamian Gallery features more than 1,300 objects from the Paleolithic Period to the Sasanian Period. A 16-foot-tall human-headed winged bull from Khorsabad highlights the collection, which also includes pottery, clay tables, metal vessels and other artifacts.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- 57th and Woodlawn.
- Parking:
- Street
- Public Transportation:
- CTA Bus: 55-Garfield, 28-Stony Island.
The Basics
- Hours:
- 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday through Saturday; 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Wednesday; noon-6 p.m. Sunday; closed Monday.
- Museum Type:
- Art and History
- Admission Price:
- Free; $5 suggested donation. $2 for kids 12 and under
Features
- Features:
- On-site Merchandise. Suq gift and bookshop.
- Facilities:
- Private Party and Banquet Facilities. Rental available; call 773-702-9514.
- Specialties:
- Art and history of the ancient Near East.
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