What are the general rules of The Art Institute of Chicago?
A Check room is located at the Michigan Avenue lobby. There is a $1.00 charge per item for checking service. Food and drink are not allowed in the galleries and cannot be checked. Please note: The Art Institute of Chicago reserves the right to discontinue checking of any item at any time. The following items must be checked before entering the galleries: Any parcel, purse, bag, or tote over 13 by 17 inches Video cameras Backpacks Backpack baby carriers Long Umbrellas Briefcases Photography of loan exhibitions is not permitted. Still photography of works in the permanent collection is permitted, however NO tripods, lights, flash bulbs or video equipment will be allowed. Recording Devices are not permitted.