Trip Ideas Attractions This Epic Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Is Headed to Chicago and Staying Through the Summer A sold-out immersive art experience is extending its Chicago stay to give more people a chance to walk through iconic Vincent van Gogh paintings. By Meena Thiruvengadam Meena Thiruvengadam Facebook Instagram Twitter Website Meena Thiruvengadam is a lifelong traveler with nearly two decades of experience in journalism. She has visited more than 50 countries, 47 U.S. states, and six continents. Meena has road-tripped across the U.S., taken trains through Europe, traveled India by train, plane, and automobile, and gone off the grid in Alaska via helicopter. She has lived in New York City, Chicago, London, and Washington, D.C. * Nearly 20 years of experience in journalism with brands including Hearst, Bloomberg, Business Insider, and Yahoo * Received a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University * Bylines in The Wall Street Journal, Departures, TripSavvy, and more * On-air contributor for KENS-5 TV and Wsj.com * Wrote inaugural Skift research report on the future of in-room entertainment Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Published on February 5, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email A sold-out immersive art experience is extending its Chicago stay to give more people a chance to walk through iconic Vincent van Gogh paintings, including "Irises" and "Starry Night." "Immersive Van Gogh" opens its doors in Chicago on Feb. 11 at the Lighthouse ArtSpace, a new venue meant to host immersive art presentations like the Van Gogh exhibit. The three-story building features 35-foot walls, Victorian-era details, and multiple interior levels to envelope visitors in the art they've come to see. Courtesy of Immersive Van Gogh "'Immersive Van Gogh' is a new way of encountering art," coproducer Corey Ross said. The exhibit uses 70 projectors to illuminate more than 15,000 square feet of space. Music, light, and movement bring the artist's famous paintings to life. Courtesy of Immersive Van Gogh "Immersive Van Gogh" debuted in Toronto in July and was among Ticketmaster's most popular events last summer. A version of the exhibit also made its Florida debut in November. "Immersive Van Gogh" quickly sold out its initial Chicago engagement and has prolonged its stay through September to accommodate additional visitors. It will also open one hour earlier in the mornings. Courtesy of Immersive Van Gogh Ticket prices start at $39.99 for adults and $24.99 for those 16 and younger. The exhibit is scheduled to run through Sept. 6, 2021 and takes an estimated one hour to walk through. Organizers are requiring face masks and temperature checks, using touchless measures for taking tickets, and incorporating digital social distancing markers. Meena Thiruvengadam is a Travel Leisure contributor who has visited 50 countries on six continents and 47 U.S. states. She loves historic plaques, wandering new streets and walking on beaches. Find her on Twitter and Instagram. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit