Head-to-Head Institutional Econometric Comparison
Art Institute of Chicago vs. Field Museum
Comparing Chicago, IL against Chicago, IL on Value Scores, ticket prices, median dwell depth, crowd congestion, and Form 990 endowments.
Chicago, IL • Est. 1879
81.2/100The Art Institute of Chicago
Home of American Gothic, A Sunday on La Grande Jatte, and Renzo Piano Modern Wing
Adult Admission$32
Median Dwell2.8 Hours
Net Endowment$1.4B
Annual Visitors1.5M
Chicago, IL • Est. 1893
82.1/100The Field Museum of Natural History
SUE the T. rex, Ancient Egypt, and 40 Million Natural History Specimens
Adult Admission$30
Median Dwell3.3 Hours
Net Endowment$420.0M
Annual Visitors1.4M
Direct Side-by-Side Dimension Matrix
| Metric / Dimension | Art Institute of Chicago | Field Museum |
|---|---|---|
| Bang-for-Buck Value Score | 81.2/100 | 82.1/100 |
| General Adult Admission | $32 | $30 |
| Median Visitor Dwell Time | 2.8 Hours | 3.3 Hours |
| IRS Form 990 Net Endowment | $1.4B | $420.0M |
| Onsite Parking Fee | $32 | $25 |
| Average Meal/Snack Basket | $22/person | $19/person |
| Civic Free Days Policy | Free for Illinois residents on weekday evenings (typically Thursdays 5–8 PM) with pre-registration. | Free Wednesdays for Illinois residents throughout the year with proof of residency. |