Museum of Contemporary Photography
8 expert reviews
“This Columbia College Chicago space is the only museum in the Midwest that focuses exclusively on photography. Open M-W, F-Sa 10 am-5 pm; Th 10 am-8 pm; Su noon-5 pm.”
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Fodor's
"Curators constantly seek out new talent and underappreciated established photographers, which means that there are artists here you probably won't see elsewhere." Full review
Michelin Guide
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"The only Midwestern museum dedicated exclusively to this visual art began in 1976 as the Chicago Center for Contemporary Photography." Full review
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"This Columbia College-based museum celebrates the artistic craft and works of contemporary photographers. Open M-W, F 10 am-5 pm; Th 10 am-8 pm; Sa 10 am-5 pm; Su noon-5 pm. Free." Full review
Time Out
"Founded in 1976, the Museum of Contemporary Photography collaborates with artists and photographers to present exhibitions of analog and digital images." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Chicago's Museum of Contemporary Photography occupies a small compact space with gorgeously designed photography exhibits on three floors." Full review
Frommer's
"This approachable, three-floor photography museum brings in cutting-edge exhibits from local, national, and international artists...the museum is an enjoyable and quick daytime" Full review
Lonely Planet
"This museum focuses on American photography since 1937, and is the only institution of its kind between the coasts." Full review