June 28, 7:00 p.m.
July 1, 9:00 a.m.
July 4, 10:30 a.m.
Sat. & Sun., July 11 & 12, 2026
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Included with paid museum admission; free for members
Ages 0–5
$12 per class; $40 for 4
The Music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen
$44.50–$49.50
Both Sides Now is a theatrical concert exploring the music and lives of longtime friends and one-time lovers Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. Created and performed by Robbie Schaefer and Danielle Wertz, this intimate, cabaret-style experience weaves together iconic songs such as “A Case of You,” “Hallelujah,” “Big Yellow Taxi,” and “Suzanne.” Rooted in the ...
$38.50–$49.50
Lee DeWyze emerged from Chicago’s music scene with a voice and songwriting style defined by intimacy and emotional honesty. After winning American Idol, he focused on carving out his own artistic identity, gaining wider recognition through placements on The Walking Dead and launching a successful career in licensing songs for film and television. His songs ...
$110.50–$130.50
Formed in 2006 by Oscar-winning actor Billy Bob Thornton and recording engineer J. D. Andrew, the Boxmasters have recorded an impressive catalog of music that touches on a wide array of influences—most importantly, the rock and roll of the 1960s. Listening to the Boxmasters, one can hear obvious odes to the Beatles, the Byrds, and ...
Ages 0–5
$12 per class; $40 for 4
$110.50–$130.50
Formed in 2006 by Oscar-winning actor Billy Bob Thornton and recording engineer J. D. Andrew, the Boxmasters have recorded an impressive catalog of music that touches on a wide array of influences—most importantly, the rock and roll of the 1960s. Listening to the Boxmasters, one can hear obvious odes to the Beatles, the Byrds, and ...
Free for educators
Ages 0–5
$12 per class; $40 for 4
Grades K–12
Free for educators
Grades 3–12
Free for educators
Free for educators
Free for educators
Free for educators
Included with paid museum admission;
free for members
Free for educators
$54.50–$59.50
Classical guitarist Esteban got his name from master guitarist Andrés Segovia, with whom Esteban studied for four years. Esteban has topped the Billboard charts many times, having sold numerous albums, ...
Free for educators
Free for educators
Included with paid museum admission; free for members
Sidemen of Note: Garfunkel, Manilow, and Campbell
$44.50–$54.50
This unique show features the music of three iconic artists—Art Garfunkel, Barry Manilow, and Glen Campbell—played by musicians who have played alongside them for decades. The noted sidemen will share ...
Every Monday & Friday | 2 p.m.
Every Saturday & Sunday | 11 a.m. & 2 p.m.
Drop in for a 30–45-minute guided journey through the Geographic Galleries and get an inspiring introduction to MIM’s global collection. Tours meet in front of Guest Service.
Subject to guide availability.
Daily | Noon & 3 p.m.
Hear lively tunes played by the largest instrument in MIM’s collection, the Decap Orchestrion, in this fun and fascinating live demonstration.