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Eleven museums. Infinite possibilities.

Since its first member institution opened in 1857, Chicago’s Museums In the Park have welcomed hundreds of millions of visitors, inspiring curiosity, knowledge, and creativity across generations. These eleven world-class museums—which offer the best of art, history, science, wildlife, and nature—crucially serve as a vital component of Chicago’s economy, the foundation of Chicago’s cultural sector, and a coalition devoted to furthering Chicago’s vibrant neighborhoods.

Member Museums

About Museums In the Park

Museums In the Park (MIP) is a coalition of Chicago museums located on Chicago Park District property. MIP works with the Chicago Park District, Chicago Public Schools, the City of Chicago, the State of Illinois and other entities to build greater awareness of the intrinsic value of museums.

MIP is a 501(c)6, not-for-profit organization.

Educational Outreach

Museums are an extension of our educational system. They offer children and adults endless opportunities to discover new worlds – in settings as inspiring as the learning itself. And they teach children that education isn’t limited to the classroom.

Through collaboration, Museums In the Park provides greater access to museums for children and families throughout the diverse neighborhoods of Chicago. We partner with Chicago area schools, the Park District and civic organizations to build bridges that open minds, books and ultimately, doors. Find out more about the collaborative educational program Park Voyagers.

MIP Leadership

Julian Siggers
President

Madeleine Grynsztejn
Vice President

Chevy Humphrey
Treasurer

Billy Ocasio
Secretary

Board Members

Dr. Michelle Larson
President & CEO
Adler Planetarium

Mr. James Rondeau
President and Eloise W. Martin Director
The Art Institute of Chicago

Mr. Donald Lassere
Edgar D & Deborah R Jannotta President & CEO
Chicago History Museum

Ms. Perri Irmer
President & CEO
DuSable Black History Museum & Education Center

Dr. Julian Siggers
President & CEO
The Field Museum

Ms. Chevy Humphrey
President & CEO
Griffin Museum of Science and Industry

Ms. Madeleine Grynsztejn
Pritzker Director
Museum of Contemporary Art

Mr. José Ochoa
President and CEO
National Museum of Mexican Art

Mr. Billy Ocasio
CEO
National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture

Ms. Erin Amico
President and CEO
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum

Dr. Bridget Coughlin
President and CEO
Shedd Aquarium