Museum Tickets

Admission

Adult (ages 12 and above) - $30

Child (3-11) - $23

Children 2 and under - FREE

Adult (Illinois Resident*) - $26

Child (3-11) (Illinois Resident*) - $15

* Must be able to provide proof of residency. Be prepared to show proof of residency at the Museum with a valid photo ID, Illinois driver’s license, state ID, or city-issued ID. Guardians must be able to provide proof of residency for accompanying children.

• Virtual Queue: You may experience an extended wait time when purchasing your Museum tickets. Please be patient - your spot in line is saved.

• Real Time Availability: Museum tickets are sold on a timed-entry basis and may sell quickly. We recommend having a few alternative dates and times in mind in case your first choice is unavailable. Check Mondays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays for best availability.

• How do I get a ticket to the Museum?

  To obtain a ticket to the Museum, you may buy online (Opens in a new tab) or purchase your ticket in person at the front desk of the Museum (pending availability). We anticipate tickets to the Museum to sell out well in advance and recommend reserving your tickets in advance of your visit to secure your preferred date and time.

• Can I transfer or resell my tickets through a third party vendor or marketplace?

  No. Tickets to the Obama Presidential Center Museum are for personal use, non-returnable, and may not be resold or transferred. 

• If I buy my ticket virtually, how will I receive them?

  If you buy a ticket to the Museum online, you will receive an email with your tickets. You may access your tickets through email or upload them to your digital wallet. 

• Do I need to purchase a ticket in advance?

  We recommend reserving your tickets online, in advance to secure your preferred date and time as we anticipate tickets to sell out quickly.
  

• How far in advance are tickets available to the Museum?

  Tickets for the Museum are now available from June 19, 2026 through November 30, 2026. Sign up to stay notified when additional dates become available.
  

• Should I reserve my ticket in advance or buy them at the Museum?

  We anticipate that tickets for the Museum will sell out quickly, so we recommend buying your tickets online, in advance of the day you’d like to visit. If you plan on buying your tickets in-person, please be advised that our in-person ticket inventory and online ticket inventory are the same. If tickets are sold out for a particular day online, Museum staff will not have additional tickets for that day.

• Does my ticket include entry to the Oval Office?

  Yes, General Museum Admission and Campus Experience Tour tickets include entry to the Oval Office. We anticipate high interest in the Oval Office in the months following opening, so there may be a wait.
  

• Does my ticket include entry to the Sky Room?

  All General Admission Museum tickets and Campus Experience Tours include access to the Sky Room.

• What is your last visitor entry time?

  The last entry to the Museum on Monday is 7:00 p.m. CT. The last entry to the Museum from Tuesday - Sunday is 4:00 p.m. CT.
  

• Can I reserve tickets for a group?

  Yes, groups of 10 or more access a personalized booking service and receive streamlined entry. Group Museum Admission Tickets are subject to availability and include timed-entry access to all four levels of the Museum and the Oval Office. See more.
  

• I require a caregiver/personal aide. Will they need to purchase a ticket to the Museum?

  Caregivers and/or personal aides will not have to purchase a ticket to accompany you to the Museum. Visit our accessibility offerings to learn more about our support options for visitors including wheelchairs, hearing loops, and more. 

• I am an education/administrator. Can I set up Museum trips for schools?

  School visits to the Museum are managed through our Center’s education offerings. To learn about reserving tickets for your class or school, please review our education experience or email us at education@obama.org (Opens in a new tab) . 

• If I arrive late, will I still gain entry to the Museum?

  Our campus is large, please arrive ten minutes before your entry time to the Museum. If you are more than 10 minutes late, we may be unable to honor your entry time. You may reschedule for a different date or time, if available.
  

• Do babies and toddlers need tickets to the Museum?

  Children under 3 still need a ticket to enter the Museum, but their admission is free. 

• I'm a veteran, active-duty personnel or first responder. Do I still need a ticket to enter the Museum?

  You still need a ticket to enter the Museum but the Obama Presidential Center offers free tickets to veterans and active-duty personnel. To learn about reserving tickets please review our discounted ticket policy to see if you qualify. 

• I am a donor. Do I still need to purchase a ticket?

  Thank you for your generosity and for supporting our mission! Donor contributions do not include complimentary admission to the Museum. The remainder of the 19.3-acre Obama Presidential Center campus is free and open to the public, including welcoming green spaces and shared public amenities, as well as select community programs and educational experiences. Your support makes this possible and helps advance programs that empower leaders and communities in Chicago and around the world. If you have questions about donor benefits, please contact us at donate@obama.org (Opens in a new tab) .

• I am a member. Do I still need to purchase a ticket?

  The Obama Foundation Membership does not include admission to the Obama Presidential Museum, which will be the primary paid experience at the Center. However, Founding Members will receive ongoing priority opportunities to purchase museum tickets. We’re proud to be more than a cultural institution—we’re a community-driven nonprofit dedicated to connection, learning, and action. That’s why much of what we offer across the Center’s campus—including community events, educational programs, and public spaces—is free and open to everyone.
  
  Your support extends far beyond the Center’s walls. It fuels programs that inspire, empower, and connect changemakers in Chicago and around the world.