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If you plan a trip to Chicago, visiting The Art Institute of Chicago should be at the top of your to-do list. Established in 1879, it boasts an extensive collection of African sculptures, medieval and Renaissance armor, and an array of Aztec, Greek, Roman, and Byzantine artworks. The museum is home to some of the world's most famous and recognizable pieces of art, such as "A Sunday on La Grande Jatte," "American Gothic," Vincent van Gogh's "Self-Portrait," and original Monets. You will be captivated by these works of art's sheer beauty and grandeur. The Art Institute of Chicago is one of the world's oldest and largest art museums, founded in 1879. It is in the Art Institute of Chicago Building in Grant Park, Chicago. According to Wikipedia, the museum collects, preserves, and interprets works of art of the highest quality, representing the world's diverse artistic traditions for the inspiration and education of the public and by the profession's highest ethical standards and practices.