# Field Museum — Chicago, United States

> One of the world's largest natural history museums, home to SUE the T. rex — the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton ever found — plus ancient Egypt, gems, and anthropology collections spanning 4.6 billion years.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Daily: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Admission: From $28 standard admission (Chicago residents discounted)
- Free entry: Free days for Illinois residents on select dates · Children under 3 free
- Address: 1400 S Lake Shore Dr, Chicago, IL 60605, United States
- Time needed: 2–3 hours
- Official website: https://www.fieldmuseum.org/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- SUE the T. rex — Tyrannosaurus rex · c. 67 million years ago
- Maximo the Patagotitan — Patagotitan mayorum · c. 101 million years ago
- Inside Ancient Egypt — Old Kingdom mastaba tomb · c. 2400 BCE
- Man-Eaters of Tsavo — Panthera leo · 1898

## FAQ
**What is SUE the T. rex at the Field Museum?**
SUE is the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton ever discovered — 90% complete by bone volume. Named after discoverer Sue Hendrickson, the specimen stands in Stanley Field Hall and is the museum's most famous attraction.

**How long does a Field Museum visit take?**
Plan 2–3 hours for highlights including SUE, the Ancient Egypt gallery, and the Evolving Planet exhibition. A full visit can take 4–5 hours.

**Is the Field Museum good for families?**
Yes — one of the best family museums in the United States. Interactive exhibits, the Underground Adventure, and SUE appeal strongly to children.

**How long should I spend at Field Museum?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Emotionally intense history museums reward unhurried visits — allow longer if reading extensively.

**What is Field Museum best known for?**
One of the world's largest natural history museums, home to SUE the T. rex — the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton ever found — plus ancient Egypt, gems, and anthropology collections spanning 4.6 billion years. Key highlights include Evolving Planet — 4 billion years of life on Earth, Inside Ancient Egypt — mummies, tomb, and daily life, Grainger Hall of Gems — jewels, jade, and meteorites.

**How do I get tickets for Field Museum?**
From $28 standard admission (Chicago residents discounted) Free days for Illinois residents on select dates · Children under 3 free. Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.fieldmuseum.org/

**What happened to SUE in Stanley Field Hall?**
SUE moved from Stanley Field Hall to a dedicated suite in the Griffin Halls of Evolving Planet in 2018, where the skeleton is now displayed in a more scientifically accurate posture with fossilized stomach contents visible. Maximo, a cast of the Patagotitan mayorum titanosaur, replaced SUE in the main hall. Both are must-see — allow time for the full Evolving Planet walk-through to see SUE in context with other dinosaurs and early mammals.

**Can you visit the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium, and Adler Planetarium in one day?**
It is physically possible because all three share the Museum Campus, but it makes for an exhausting 8–10 hour day. Most visitors choose two of the three. The Field Museum alone warrants 2–3 hours minimum. Combined Campus passes are occasionally offered — check each institution's website for current bundle deals.

**Does the Field Museum have free days for Illinois residents?**
Yes — the Field Museum offers free admission days for Illinois residents on select dates throughout the year, typically published in January on the museum website. Proof of Illinois residency is required. Children under 3 are always free regardless of residency.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/field-museum/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.