There are a number of glorious art galleries in Chicago for a wide range of styles and subject matters. While one would be pressed to visit all of the great art galleries in Chicago, but if you're in the area, here are a few that you might like to consider checking out.Art Institute of Chicago

This is a cool place to begin, serving like a quick review of all of the other Chicago galleries. This is the second biggest art museum in the country at over one million sq. feet. While it has got a hardly any of everything (American, Western european and Asian, antique and contemporary), it is probably known best for its extensive collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist pieces, including the works of Van Gogh, Monet and Gauguin. It's also the home to Grant Wood\’s icon American Gothic, as well as an in depth collection of African American art from through this country's history.

Museum of Modern Art

All of its works were made after 1945, or otherwise cover a wide range of types and styles, from late Surrealism to up to date Postmodernist pieces, from paintings and photographs to sculptures. It has featured countless special exhibitions over the years and attempts to keep bringing in the latest pieces being produced, with a special emphasis on Chicago\’s own rich history. The interior has been described as serene and reflective by architecture reviewer Blair Kamin, fitting well with the up to date works.

National Veterans Art Museum

Another gallery tied to America\’s recent history, this was initially dedicated to those that fought in Vietnam and now covers subsequent conflicts. Upon entering one sees 58,226 dog tags hanging from the ceiling, the \”Above and Beyond Commemorative\” piece, devoted to those who passed on in the Vietnam War. Conflict is naturally a recurring theme in these works, with exhibitions devoted to exploring the psychology of war and how non combatants, also , think about issues like this. Its impending exhibition, \”Overlooked/Looked Over\” will explore the history of ladies in combat. Suitably, entry to the museum is absolutely free to veterans.

National Museum of Mexican Art

Perhaps the best of the Chicago art galleries for folk who wish to explore another culture and its history. The sole Latino museum accredited by the American Association of Museums, its stated objective is to display Mexican culture sin fronteras (without borders). Works explore Mexican culture from the days of the Aztec Empire to colonisation and the modern nation, as well as the experience of Mexican American citizens. It features the Yollocalli Youth Museum for youngsters and, every October, a once a year exhibit dedicated to the Day of the Dead.

Museum of Modern Photography

From Ansel Adams to the modern day, here one can find examples of all of the great photography of the 20th and 21st centuries. The Museum of Contemporary Photography is very renowned for discovering many new and mid-career artists. Its Midwest Photographers Project contains many portfolios of photographers from the Midwest.