When is the Museum open?

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Does the Field Museum have parking available?

What is there to eat at the Field?

Are there hotels near the Field?

Do you have lockers or storage?

Additional questions?

Are Collection Quest tickets transferable?

Are Family Night tickets transferable?

Are matching gifts and volunteer grants tax deductible?

Are there any other websites that sell Pokémon Fossil Museum special exhibition tickets?

Are there packages I can purchase to save money when visiting Chicago?

Are there programs that offer free or discounted admission?

Are tickets to the exhibition timed?

Are tickets transferable?

At what time should I arrive at the museum to see the Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibition? 

Can I bring a bag?

Can I bring a wheelchair or stroller?

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

Can I have my wedding, party, or other event at the Field?

Can I leave and come back later?

Can I purchase a meal voucher in person?

Can I purchase a ticket to Collection Quest upon arrival on the day of the event?

Can I purchase a ticket to Family Night upon arrival on the day of the event?

Can I purchase the Pokémon Fossil Museum merchandise outside of the Field Museum?

Can I purchase tickets for the exhibit on the day of my group’s visit? 

Can I receive a refund for students who missed the field trip?

Can I select my timed-entry ticket?

Can I select my timed-entry ticket to the exhibit?

Can I take pictures?

Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?

Can you help me with an online ticketing purchase?

Do active military personnel and Illinois teachers get in free?

Does a ticket to Collection Quest include access to other exhibits in the museum?

Does a ticket to Collection Quest include admission to the Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibit?

Does a ticket to Family Night include access to other exhibits in the museum?

Does a ticket to Family Night include admission to the Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibit?

Does the Field Museum have an approved or preferred vendor list?

Does the Field Museum support fundraising events?

Do I have to be vaccinated to come to the Field?

Do I have to wear a mask?

Do the tickets required for the Member Preview Days count against my allotment of Pokémon Fossil Museum tickets?

Do you have a lost and found?

Do you have an adult-sized or universal changing space?

Do you have an area for nursing parents?

Do you have educational resources for students?

Do you have plans to restock Pokémon Fossil Museum merchandise should items sell out?

Do you have sensory-friendly hours?

Do you have wheelchairs or strollers to borrow or rent?

Do you offer free days for Illinois residents?

How can I access my digital membership card?

How can I donate an object or specimen to the Museum?

Bank: Northern Trust Company City, State: Chicago, Illinois Country: USA ABA Routing #: 071000152 Beneficiary: Field Museum Account #: 35172521 Account Type: Checking SWIFT Code: CNORUS44 Northern Trust Contact: Dan Carey, <a href="djc6@ntrs.com">djc6@ntrs.com </a>or (312) 444-4787

For standard USPS “snail mail,” send to:

Field Museum 75 Remittance Drive, Suite #1093 Chicago, IL 60675-1093

For FedEx, UPS, or Next Business Day Delivery, send to:

Field Museum Lockbox 1093 5503 N. Cumberland Avenue Chicago, IL 60656

How can I make a gift?

Starting March 3, Illinois field trip groups may register using our <a href="https://www.fieldmuseum.org/page/register-your-field-trip-group">field trip registration form</a>. &nbsp;All field trips should be booked at least 2 weeks in advance. Limited tickets are reserved for Illinois field trip groups each day.&nbsp;

How can my group register for a field trip to see the Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibition?

How did SUE get to the Field Museum?

How do I book a group visit to the Museum? 

How do I get information on my company's matching gift and volunteer grant programs?

How do I get to the Field?

How do I include the Field Museum in my estate plans?

Pokémon trading Archeops card.

How do I obtain the Pokémon Trading Card Game promo card commemorating the Pokémon Fossil Museum?

How do I purchase a ticket to the Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibition? 

How do I renew my membership?

How do I request a matching gift or volunteer grant?

How do I schedule a field trip to the Museum?

After you submit your registration form, you will receive an email with an invoice PDF. You can submit that payment amount by mailing a check before the trip or calling our office at (312) 665-7500 with a credit card.

Payment must be received 2 weeks prior to your trip date. If payment is not received 2 weeks prior to the field trip date, tickets will be released to the general public.

How do I submit payment?

How do I update my contact information?

 How long should I plan to spend in the exhibition? 

 How long should my group plan to spend in the exhibition? 

How long will tickets be available for the Pokémon Fossil Museum? 

In order to ensure that groups have a great visit, pre-K through 5th-grade students must be accompanied by a minimum of one adult for every five students and a maximum of one adult for every child. Students in 6th through 12th grade must be accompanied by a minimum of one adult for every ten students and a maximum of one adult for every child.

How many chaperones can my Illinois School Group bring?

 How many Pokemon Fossil Museum special exhibition tickets are included with my membership?

Illinois groups registered at least 2 weeks in advance are allotted a discounted price of $7 per person to enter the &nbsp;Pok&eacute;mon Fossil Museum exhibition. Every person entering the exhibit will need a ticket.

Your group will still be able to enter all General Admission exhibits on your trip.Limited tickets are reserved for Illinois field trip groups each day.

How much are tickets for the Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibition for Illinois field trip groups?

How will I be able to make reservations for Pokémon Fossil Museum?

I didn’t receive an email confirmation for my tickets—who can help me? 

I have Chicago CityPASS®, Go City pass, or am eligible for discounted admission that I cannot reserve online—how can I secure tickets to the Pokémon Fossil Museum?

I have another question about visit Pokémon Fossil Museum—who can I reach out to? 

Have another question you need answered? Visit our expanded Giving FAQ for more answers, or contact our donor support teams at 312.665.7777 or <a href="mailto:supporters@fieldmuseum.org">supporters@fieldmuseum.org.</a>

I have a question not answered here.

I have more questions about Family Night. Who can I talk to?

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I’m a member—how can I redeem my member benefits for Pokémon Fossil Museum?

I'm a teacher, what should I expect in the exhibit?

I missed my group’s entry time. What should we do? 

Is a deposit required? Is my deposit refundable?

Is my gift tax-deductible?

Is there any special programming for my students?

Is there wheelchair-accessible parking? 

Unfortunately, there are no scholarships available for this special exhibition. All Illinois students, chaperones, and teachers on the field trip who are visiting the exhibit must pay $7 to enter. You can still book your <a href="https://www.fieldmuseum.org/landing/field-trips">General Admission field trip</a> for free, and visit the Evolving Planet exhibition to learn about fossils.

My group can not pay the $7 per person fee to see the Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibition. Are there any scholarships or free programming?

My ticket to Pokémon Fossil Museum is for after 4:30pm. Don't you close at 5pm?

Tickets for the date I want to visit are not yet available. When will I be able to access those?

Tickets for the Pokémon Fossil Museum exhibition are not available for my field trip date. What can I do?

What are employee matching gift programs?

What are the purchase limits for Pokémon Fossil Museum merchandise? 

What are the venue rental fees for an event?

What are volunteer grant programs?

What counts as volunteer work?

What does Field Museum Women in Science (FMWIS) membership mean?

 What does my membership include?

What happens if I miss my scheduled entry time? 

What happens if I miss my scheduled entry time for Family Night?

Join us for a performance in celebration of Native American Heritage Month with the Black Hawk Performance Company. The Black Hawk Performance Company seeks to honor the ground we dance on, Mother Earth and the many tribes who have made Illinois their home. Many tribes like the Ojibwe, Odawa and Potawatomi and numerous others &nbsp;have been here for thousands of years and are still here now. Most American Indian people, 70%, live in urban areas like Chicago now. The most famous American Indian leader of historic times was the great Sauk Chief Black Hawk. His name comes from the great black hawks that we see all over the state. We honor both his name and our brother the hawk when we say these words.
The Black Hawk Performance Company is a sponsored by the American Indian Association of Illinois.

Black Hawk Performance Company

This event is part of our celebration of <a href="https://www.fieldmuseum.org/activity/native-american-heritage-month">Native American Heritage Month</a>, and is included with general admission.

Join us for our second annual Diwali celebration as we honor the Festival of Lights and the rich cultural traditions of South Asia!
Experience an afternoon of vibrant dance performances, interactive cultural activities, and opportunities to explore the connections between science, history, and tradition. From classical Indian dance and contemporary Bollywood to an engaging conversation on Ayurveda, discover how South Asian traditions celebrate light, knowledge, and renewal. Music will be provided by DJ J-Mean.
Our popular henna station returns this year, free for all attendees! Guests can also connect with local community organizations and learn more about the diverse cultures, traditions, and contributions of South Asian communities throughout Chicagoland.
<h2>Featured Dance Performances</h2>
The following take place in Stanley Field Hall
<h3>Mandala Arts | Bharatanatyam</h3>
Experience the beauty and storytelling of Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance tradition rooted in South India. Through intricate movements, expressive gestures, and rhythmic footwork, Mandala Arts brings to life stories and traditions that have been shared across generations.
<h3>U Chicago Raas | Raas-Garba</h3>
Celebrate the energy and joy of Raas-Garba, traditional folk dances from Gujarat, India. U Chicago Raas brings a contemporary collegiate interpretation of these vibrant traditions, combining rhythmic movement, colorful choreography, and the spirit of community celebration.
<h3>Latin School of Chicago - Latin Laddoos Performance Group</h3>
The South Asian Students of the Latin School (Junior K to 8th Grade) will perform contemporary and traditional group dance. They have performed dances choreographed by Bollywood Groove and Meher Dance in 2026.
<h3>Rhythm Roots | Bollywood and Indian Folk Dance</h3>
Get ready for a lively celebration of Indian dance! Featuring talented young performers ages 6–14, Rhythm Roots showcases an exciting blend of Bollywood, Garba, Bhangra, and contemporary fusion. Guests will also have an opportunity to join the fun through an interactive dance experience!

Acknowledgments

KASAM

National Indo-American Museum

Millennium Bank

SASM

Asian American Student Academic Program

This event is supported by <a href="http://www.parullbhandari.com">Parul L. Bhandari</a>, Chicago-based Author and Consultant.&nbsp;

Mandala Arts | Bharatanatyam

U Chicago Raas | Raas-Garba

Latin School of Chicago - Latin Laddoos Performance Group

Rhythm Roots | Bollywood and Indian Folk Dance

Celebrate Diwali at the Field Museum!

<h3>Rooted in Nature: Ayurveda, Plants &amp; the&nbsp;Science of Well-Being</h3>

Explore the rich history of Ayurveda, a traditional system of medicine rooted in South Asia, and its unique connection to Diwali. The festival's opening observance, Dhanteras, honors Dhanvantari, the Hindu deity associated with healing and Ayurveda. This engaging conversation will examine the cultural significance of Ayurveda, its relationship with nature and traditional knowledge, and its place in contemporary conversations about health and well-being.

<h4>Featured panelists include:</h4>

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<li>Dr. Avanti Kumar Singh</li>
<li>Dr. Keshav Grover</li>
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Join us in the Founders' Room on the main level from 2:00 - 2:55 PM. Included in the discussion will be relevant insights from <a href="https://www.avantikumarsingh.com/the-longevity-formula">Dr. Singh's book</a> and <a href="https://www.drkeshavgrover.com/book/">Dr. Grover's book</a>.

Explore the fascinating intersection of science, history, and cultural traditions through the art of diya making! For centuries, diyas—traditional oil lamps typically made from clay—have illuminated homes and celebrations across South Asia. During Diwali, their light symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and knowledge over ignorance.

Join cultural craft creator, Vipanchi Raghu Chattopadhyay, to discover how traditional craftsmanship meets modern technology through her unique laser-cut creations. Explore the science of light, learn about the cultural significance of diyas, and decorate your own diya to take home as a reminder of the Festival of Lights! Learn more about Vipanchi and <a href="https://www.culturegraft.com">Culture Graft</a>.

This even takes place in the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fieldmuseum.org/exhibition/halls-and-galleries/grainger-science-hub">Grainger Science Hub</a>.&nbsp;

As part of Native American Heritage Month, join us for an evening conversation with James Johnson. James will discuss his artistic practice, the importance of preserving traditional Tlingit ways of creating, and how he draws on the knowledge and work of his ancestors in his contemporary practice.
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James Johnson is an award-winning Tlingit Artist and Carver, born and raised in Juneau, AK. He belongs to the Tlingit Ch’áak’ Dakl’aweidi Clan (Eagle Killerwhale). James is a multi-disciplinary artist but specializes in Tlingit formline design, with a focus on traditional wood carving. Carving is an integral part of the preservation of Tlingit history and culture. “Carving is our visual language that represents who the Tlingit people are, and how we live in balance with all things.” James’s contemporary practice builds upon an indigenous artistic continuum while honoring the culture and its rich traditions.&nbsp;
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This event takes place on a <a href="https://www.fieldmuseum.org/our-events/legendary-late-hours/legendary-late-hours-2026-11-10">Legendary Late Hours</a> day and is included with admission. The event takes place in the Montgomery Ward Lecture Hall, on the lower level.

Supported by

Smartwool

Tlingit Artist James Johnson: Haa Shagoon—The Path Forward 

The Field Museum is thrilled to announce the acquisition of James Johnson’s Bear Tunic, the winner of four prizes from the 2026 Sealaska Celebration Juried Art Show, including Best of Show. The piece, a hand sewn garment made from black bear hide and hand painted formline design, was originally inspired by a Tlingit bear tunic in the Field Museum collections, acquired from James’ ancestral village in 1902. The work represents both James’ talent and his commitment to the study and teaching of traditional formline design. As he puts it “To be a Tlingit artist is a gift. This gift was given to me by my ancestors. They placed this in my hands for a reason. I’m carrying this gift throughout my lifetime, then when it’s my time, I’ll pass it on to the next…The youth are such a driving force, they are powerful, they are our future.” The tunic will remain on display at the Sealaska Heritage Institute through December 2026. &nbsp;

The Field Museum is committed to welcoming all into our space. We strive to create programs that promote diversity, connect with communities, and enhance social well-being by offering culturally relevant experiences that challenge stereotypes. Whether part of a cultural heritage month, or a local community event, our range of offerings invites everyone to feel valued and understood.&nbsp;
Join us throughout the year as we celebrate heritage, identity, and community through various performances, events and activities for all ages.
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Hear stories behind some of the cultural materials in our North American anthropological collections.

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