Art Institute of Chicago

After leaving the Palmer House, we headed straight for the 10:30 am opening of the Art Institute of Chicago, arguably one of the finest art museums in the world. We could only stay for about an hour and a half, but were able to see some absolutely great art and photos and special exhibitions. We all especially liked the Thorne Miniature Rooms, and both Clare and Conor gave the visit a hearty thumbs up. Highly recommended for anyone planning a visit to Chicago.  Here's a sampling of what we all saw.

Yours truly, with Grant Wood's American Gothic:

Edward Hopper's Nighthawks:

George Seurat's A Sunday on La Grande Jatte:

Van Gogh's Self-portrait:

Andy Warhol's Liz #3:

Seated Buddha:

Marc Chagall's America Windows:

Claude Monet's Stacks of Wheat: