Experience Chicago Like Never Before: Unmissable Things to Do
Updated: Feb 22, 2024
19 The Oriental Institute
Located on the University of Chicago campus, the Oriental Institute houses antiquities of the ancient world, particularly the Near East. Its famous artifacts come from ancient cities like Babylon, Ur, and Persepolis. It features collections of archaeological relics from ancient Egypt, Persia, Israel, Assyria, Iran, and Iraq. The Oriental Institute was founded in 1919 and has since become one of the world's foremost authorities on Ancient Near East cultures. If you have time, extend your stay to browse the great bookstores located on the campus.
