Private Guided Tours
Book a private tour at the MCA for your group!
During your 50-minute, private, interactive tour, your tour guide will lead you through a main exhibition at the MCA.
You’ll be inspired by fresh ideas and creativity, see the newest artwork and artists, and form a deeper understanding and connection to your community and world. No previous art experience necessary!
Each fee includes the private tour, admission, and a free pass to return with a guest.
Kerry James Marshall: Mastry, Lender Sponsor Dinner and Exhibition Preview, April 20, 2016. Photo: Jeremy Lawson Photography, © MCA Chicago.
“Fabulous and the best thing I can say is I didn’t want it to end!”
Pricing
- $35 / adult
- $20 / age 65 and older
- $20 / college student
- $10 / University Partner*
- $350 flat fee for groups of 10 or fewer
* University Partners are current students, faculty, and staff with ID from SAIC, U of Chicago, IIT, City Colleges of Chicago, and Columbia College Chicago.
Opening day of entre horizontes: Art and Activism Between Chicago and Puerto Rico at the MCA Chicago, August 19, 2023. Photo: Shelby Ragsdale, © MCA Chicago.
“So knowledgable but guided us with conversation rather than lecture. She was so engaging!”
VIP Tours
Experience the artwork one-on-one in a private viewing before or after the MCA opens to the public! It’s a one-of-a-kind experience to share with clients, groups, family, and friends.
$135/Guest
Minimum fee before-hours: $1,350
Minimum fee after-hours: $2,500
Request a Tour
Sign up for a private guided tour using the form below.
Members’ Preview for Nick Cave: FOROTHERMORE, 2022. Jeremy Lawson Photography.
Gift a Private Tour
A private tour of the MCA makes a thoughtful gift! To order, contact 312-397-3812 or [email protected].
For questions and inquiries about private tours, contact [email protected].