In-Person Events

There are three types of registration for this year’s conference – Virtual Only, Virtual + Single Day, and Virtual + In-Person. No matter which one you selected, you may purchase tickets for add-ons like pre-conference tours, pre-conference workshops, and evening events.

South Loop Museum Hop 

Sunday, July 26

Featuring Chinese American Museum of Chicago, Field Museum, Glessner House

5:30-9:00 PM (5:15-9:15 PM, including travel time)

Discover the rich stories and collections of Chicago’s South Side during this special museum hop. From Chinese American heritage at the Chinese American Museum of Chicago and world-renowned natural history at the Field Museum to the architectural legacy of a historic Prairie Avenue residence called the Glessner House, each stop offers a unique opportunity to step back in time with views through different lenses. Access special exhibitions such as After the Age of Dinosaurs at the Field Museum and Ruyell Ho and Li Lin Lee: Language of Abstraction at the Chinese American Museum. Spend your time exploring remarkable collections, learning from knowledgeable guides, and experiencing three distinctive institutions that help tell the story of Chicago and the world.

Food and Beverages: Enjoy light food and beverages where available on the Museum Hop (some complimentary and some for purchase) while exploring Chicago’s southside. Details will be provided closer to conference time. Chicago’s Annual Chinatown Summer Fair will also be taking place on July 26 just one block from the Chinese American Museum and will feature several food vendors from 10:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Getting Around: Convenient transit, bus access, and parking options support easy movement throughout the evening.

  • Ride the Hop! Bus transportation is recommended as the most efficient way to visit the museums on the Museum Hop during the event. If you wish to use bus transportation, choose the ticket option “South Loop Museum Hop 7/26 – Riding Bus ($25)” during registration. Bus(es) will depart the Marriott Marquis Chicago at 5:15 p.m. and arrive at their first stops at approximately 5:30 p.m. Buses will start at different locations on the Museum Hop route and rotate between all museum stops. Chinese American Museum will be open until 8:00 p.m. Field Museum and Glessner House will be open until 9:00 p.m. All buses will stop at the Marriott Marquis during their rotation. All buses will make their final pickup around 9:00 p.m. and make drops at all partner hotels by approximately 9:15 p.m. 
  • Drive Yourself! Attendees may choose to drive themselves between destinations on the Museum Hop. If you do not wish to use bus transportation, choose the ticket option “South Loop Museum Hop 7/27 – Driving Self ($5)” during registration. Limited free and paid street parking available near Chinese American Museum and Glessner House. Paid parking available at Field Museum/Museum Campus (linked here is more information).

Capacity: Unlimited

Ticket: $25 if riding the bus; $10 if driving self (Conference badges and tickets required for both options.)

Your ticket fee for this event covers the cost of transportation per person. A small portion of ticket revenue directly supports AMM. Thank you!

Northwest Museum Hop 

Monday, July 27

Featuring the Garfield Park Conservatory, Intuit Art Museum, National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture

6:00-9:00 PM (5:45-9:30 PM, including travel time)

Spend a summer evening exploring three of Chicago’s most inspiring cultural destinations. This museum hop features guided tours, hands-on engagement activities, salsa dancing lessons, and access to the indoor and outdoor exhibits at Garfield Park Conservatory, Intuit Art Museum, and National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture. From lush gardens and striking architecture to self-taught art and vibrant Puerto Rican art collections, each stop offers uniquely immersive experiences. Wander, learn, create, and shop with local vendors for meaningful mementos from the day. It’s a celebration of art, culture, and community—perfect for a summer adventure!

Food and Beverages: Sample local bites and international flavors where available on the Museum Hop (some food and beverage complimentary and some for purchase) throughout the evening. Details will be provided closer to conference time.

Getting Around: Convenient transit, bus access, and parking options support easy movement throughout the evening.

  • Ride the Hop! Bus transportation is the most efficient way to visit our featured museums. Choose the ticket option “Northwest Museum Hop 7/27 – Riding Bus ($25)” during registration for your bus ticket. Buses will board and depart the Marriott Marquis Chicago between 5:30-5:50 p.m. and arrive at their first stops at approximately 6:00-6:15 p.m. Buses will start at different locations on the Museum Hop route and rotate between all museum stops until 9:00 p.m. All buses will make their final pickup around 9:00 p.m. and return to the Marriott Marquis Chicago by approximately 9:30 p.m. 
  • Drive Yourself! Attendees may choose to drive between destinations. If you do not wish to use bus transportation, choose the ticket option “Northwest Museum Hop 7/27 – Driving Self ($5)” during registration. Parking options vary by location.

Capacity: Unlimited

Ticket: $25 if riding the bus; $10 if driving self (Conference badges and tickets required for both options.)

Your ticket fee for this event contributes to the cost of producing the event, such as our host museum’s staff time, food and beverages. A small portion of ticket revenue directly supports AMM. Thank you!

Near North Museum Hop

Tuesday, July 28

Featuring Chicago History Museum, Newberry Library, Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Driehaus Museum

5:00-8:00 PM (4:30-8:30 PM, including travel time)

Explore Chicago’s history at four of the city’s standout North Side cultural institutions when you visit the Chicago History Museum, Newberry Library, Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, and the Driehaus Museum. Immerse yourself in the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum’s Butterfly Haven and Wilderness Walk, and experience Chicago’s past through the powerful intersection of art, politics, and social justice at the Chicago History Museum, Newberry Library, and Driehaus Museum. Access special exhibitions including Aquí in Chicago at Chicago History Museum, Ink and Outrage at the Driehaus, and Conceived in Liberty at Newberry Library. Galleries will be open late and will each offer hand-on ways to engage – from art-making and animal encounters to guided tours and tastings.

Food and Beverages: Enjoy light food and beverages where available on the Museum Hop (some complimentary and some for purchase) while exploring Chicago’s past and present. Details will be provided closer to conference time.

Getting Around: Convenient transit, bus access, and parking options support easy movement throughout the evening.

  • Ride the Hop! Bus transportation is the most efficient way to visit our featured museums. Choose the ticket option “Near North Museum Hop 7/28 – Riding Bus ($25)” during registration for your bus ticket. Buses will depart the Marriott Marquis Chicago at 4:30 p.m. and arrive at their first stops at approximately 5:00 p.m. Buses will start at different locations on the Museum Hop route and rotate between all museum stops until 8:00 p.m. All buses will make their final pickup around 8:00 p.m. and return to the Marriott Marquis Chicago by approximately 8:30 p.m. 
  • Drive Yourself! Attendees may choose to drive between destinations. If you do not wish to use bus transportation, choose the ticket option “Near North Museum Hop 7/28 – Driving Self ($5)” during registration. Street parking is available at Newberry Library and Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum. Street and garage parking are available at Driehaus Museum (validation available for ROW Self-Park, 50 East Ohio Street). Street and lot parking are available at Chicago History Museum (validation available up to $10 at SP+ Lot 1730 N. Stockton Drive).

Capacity: Unlimited

Ticket: $25 if riding the bus; $10 if driving self (Conference badges and tickets required for both options.)

Your ticket fee for this event contributes to the cost of producing the event, such as our host museum’s staff time, food and beverages, and transportation. A small portion of ticket revenue directly supports AMM. Thank you!