Chicago History Museum

Category: History museum in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 1601 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA

Phone: +13126424600

Opening hours

Sunday: 12–5PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 9:30AM–4:30PM

Wednesday: 9:30AM–4:30PM

Thursday: 9:30AM–4:30PM

Friday: 9:30AM–4:30PM

Saturday: 9:30AM–4:30PM

Reviews

Nikhil

Sep 28, 2022

Never visiting this museum as they sent away the endangered bird species due to their "oh let's create a walking trail". This is what National Geographic states: Renovations to the Chicago History Museum in 2021 drove black-crowned night herons away from their annual breeding grounds. The birds have not returned, conservationists say. Teams of workers arrived in March of 2021, just before the herons’ annual springtime nesting season. The crews operated loud equipment at times only a few yards from the rookery. Soon after, the birds abandoned their nests. Weeks later, crows were seen scavenging on dead nestlings. In 2022, a handful of male herons returned to the site, but after failing to attract mates, they left.

Denise LiCausi

Sep 22, 2022

My husband and I came from out of town to visit the Abakanowicz Research Center for an out of print book. About a week beforehand, I had emailed in the middle of the night and they got back to me first thing in the morning with information. I then made a reservation for a weekday afternoon, the day of our flight. Navigating and parking was easy enough, there is information on the website. We made our way inside the museum's front entrance and were directed to the elevator up to the research center after confirming our reservation. Once upstairs, we signed in and they immediately handed me the book I had emailed about. Everyone there was very nice and extremely helpful. On our way out of the research center, we stopped and looked at a few displays near the door and learned a few very interesting things. We did the same thing on our way out of the museum area. I wish we had more time to spend there that day. I'd 100% recommend a visit.

Benjamin Sommer

Aug 31, 2022

Great museum and very informative.

Maricela Rodriguez

Aug 27, 2022

I'm actually outside this trail is New and very cool 🤓

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Questions & Answers

where's the bathroom....

John Schultz | Sep 29, 2018
Cheery fm | Sep 29, 2018

Is on the 2nd floor.

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Where's the beef

John Schultz | Sep 29, 2018
Juan Vazquez | Sep 29, 2018

They have Vienna all beef hotdogs available at the Cafe on the first floor.

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How can I find out In what year my house was built and who designed it?

Diane' DePaul | Aug 29, 2022
Otrebla Tejómez | Aug 29, 2022

Google....google has all the answers

Is there free parking?

Joe Sherman | Nov 2, 2021
Persephone K | Nov 2, 2021

The museum parking is 1/2 a block away. It's $10 when you validate it at the front desk

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Are any of Carter's Grandchildren serving in Political Offices? As of 1979 To the Present? Thank You K. Lester.

Karl Lester | Sep 29, 2019
Ignacio Alvarez | Sep 29, 2019

What are you talking about? Why are you asking this question about a museum. If you need this information google it.

Is there a Biography Dvd/Vhs/ Book of Mayor Carter H. Harrison? I'm A Proud Graduate from Harrison T. High/ Class of 1979?

Karl Lester | Sep 29, 2019
Darryl Stewart | Sep 29, 2019

I am not sure .

What restaurants are nearby the history museum?

Martha Rosario | Sep 29, 2019
Martha Rosario | Sep 29, 2019

I just want2find out which restaurants r in that area of the History Museum4 after we're done in the museum,&thanks4any advice that u might have4us!!😁😇

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Would your organization be interested in purchaseing items which depict the history of a business which was in business over 100 years ago in Chicago?

Pattilee Tempelmeyer | Sep 29, 2019
Kevin Sanchez | Sep 29, 2019

Dont really know

Are they open on Easter?

John Kozlowski | Sep 29, 2019
Alex Quetell | Sep 29, 2019

They should be but to be sure Google them and call

Answer was certain Tuesday's free, what Tuesday's?

Kathy Pletz | Sep 29, 2018
Trina Derickson | Sep 29, 2019

All open Tuesdays from 12:30 on.

Is the museum open today?

Isabelle | Sep 29, 2018
Peter Knuerr | Sep 29, 2018

Yes free certain Tuesdays for Illinois residents. Only open till 4

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Where is the parking entrance?

Olga Bowe | Sep 14, 2022
Gerald Role | Sep 28, 2022

The lot is one block north of the Museum, at Clark and LaSalle. The entrance to the lot is on Stockton Drive.

Do they have parking? If Not, Where and how far is the nearest?

David E. | Sep 28, 2020
Tj Casey | Sep 28, 2020

Street parking is pretty abundant all around.

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Is there reasonably priced parking close to the museum?

Jim M | Sep 29, 2019
Peg Harloff | Sep 29, 2019

We took a taxi. $15 from Congress Plaza to museum

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Is the museum open on Mon., Memorial Day???

Melissa Fritsch | Sep 29, 2019
Tina K | Sep 29, 2019

Yes. Believe it's closed only on Christmas, Thanksgiving, and New Year's Day.

Is it still Free for Illinois residents on Tuesdays?

Christopher Vaughn | Sep 29, 2019
T.J. Fenton | Sep 29, 2019

Illinois Resident Discount Days The Museum is free to Illinois residents every Tuesday* from 12:30 to 9:00 p.m. and on Commemorative Days: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, March 4, and July 4. *Excludes December 17, December 24 and December 31.

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Does it have any admission cost?

Luis Yabar | Sep 29, 2019
Anita Stamps | Sep 29, 2019

Yes $19.00 per person but definitely worth it.

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Do they have lockers?

Ki Not | Sep 29, 2019
DR LEWIS | Sep 29, 2019

They have a cloakroom

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I''m doing a paper on Walt Whitman and the influence that Civil War Photography and its photographers had on him. Do u/have Brady &/or Gardner prints that can be reproduced for inclusion?

Michael Busse | Sep 29, 2019
Sophie Crash | Sep 29, 2019

The civil War section is small but the people who work there are very friendly and might be able to help you if you call and ask.

What is the entry fee for Tuesday after 12:00 p.m./

Rich Templeton | Sep 29, 2019
Johnny Shepard | Sep 29, 2019

I think it's $16 but they always have tickets on Groupon for $9 per person n $16 for two on there

How can I view pictures of Provident Hospital I. Chicago

Brandon Howard | Sep 29, 2019
Gregory Kowalsky | Sep 29, 2019

If search engines do not give you needed results, and depending on how rare the photos you're after, you may contact Chicago History Museum researchers: https://www.chicagohistory.org/contact-us-form/.

Where is History Research center?

Andre | Sep 29, 2019
Stacy Suzanne | Sep 29, 2019

*the

How do i find schools from 1966

Tammy Mcdade | Sep 29, 2019
Alan Neff | Sep 29, 2019

Contact the CPS?

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I plan on going this Sunday, do we make a reservations or do we buy tickets there ?

Yessi Lazaro | Sep 29, 2019
Craig Washington | Sep 29, 2019

Pay at the door at entry!

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Was Chicago Ohare Airport going to be part of the state of Wisconsin at one time with the state line extending south?

jeff rivera | Sep 29, 2019
jeff rivera | Sep 29, 2019

Oh ok thank you. A truck driver from Wisconsin told me that. I'll have to ask him about that again. Maybe that's not exactly what he told me.

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Do you have free parking?

Ricardo Lopez | Sep 29, 2018
Robin Krautbauer | Sep 29, 2018

And

where is parking

Karen Martin | Sep 29, 2018
Catalina Espinal Vargas | Sep 29, 2018

Chicago History Museum Parking Lot, 1730 N Stockton Dr, Chicago, IL 60614, USA. UU.

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Are there any free days

Joe Shoultz | Sep 29, 2018
Juan Vazquez | Sep 29, 2018

Usually Tuesdays from 12 to 9pm, but check the website to be sure.

When are the free days

Bernard Wortham | Sep 29, 2018
Juan Vazquez | Sep 29, 2018

It is usually Tuesdays from 12 to 9. But check their website to be sure.

How long should we plan in our day to enjoy this museum?

Alicia Dickinson | Sep 29, 2018
Thai Meesupwattana | Sep 29, 2018

2 hours

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Does the museum have days with free admission?

Nancy Sharp | Sep 29, 2018
Jamie Payne-Miller | Sep 29, 2018

Free on Tuesdays to local residents

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Do u get a discount with your link card?

Sandy Harmon | Sep 29, 2018
G V D | Sep 29, 2018

If you are an IL or Chicago resident is the only discount known to me. Not sure about link.

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Are you open on Sunday?

Karyn Mickiewicz | Sep 29, 2018
Emery Bowman | Sep 29, 2018

Yes. Open Mon-Sat 9:30-4:30 pm Sunday 12:00-5:00 pm Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Day.

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Is it wheelchair accessible

Mary syas | Sep 29, 2018
G V D | Sep 29, 2018

YES, it has to be.

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Which bus route goes to Chicago history museum

Todd Rhodes | Sep 29, 2018
David Johnsen | Sep 29, 2018

From the north or south, take 22 Clark or 36 Broadway. 151 Sheridan and 156 LaSalle also pass nearby. From the west, take 72 North Ave or 73 Armitage.

Searching for my Chicago Grandfathers Slaughter House Italian Family ownerships involved with Sylvia Blandi Godfather Romeo Uncle Jimmy Aunt Olivia Uncle Sibby Uncle Frankie Rocco and more...anyone who could help me find my family

Corinne Barker | Sep 29, 2018
M Asproyerakas | Sep 29, 2019

Try the website familysearch.org You can do your own searches and they also have free help available. Good luck.

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Who do I contact about a Chicago Sunday Tribune from 1914? Looking to sell it. In fantastic condition for 104 yr old paper

D Trump | Sep 29, 2018
Peter Knuerr | Sep 29, 2018

Management

How much does it cost? Adults and children!

Richard Gorski | Sep 29, 2018
Gerardo Tavera | Sep 29, 2018

Whit the Chicago libraries pass is free.

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What were the effects of th great Chicago fire on the city and its residents

Kaden Anderson | Sep 29, 2018
Peter Knuerr | Sep 29, 2018

Some residents were left homeless and set up tents in what is now Lincoln park zoo. Chicago being a railroad hub brought supplies in rapidly so the city rebuilt rapidly!

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What happened in the aftermath of the great Chicago fire

Kaden Anderson | Sep 29, 2018
Theodore Mall | Sep 29, 2018

Chicago burned down and, like Phoenix from the ashes, a new city arose. That's why Chicago is also known as the second city.

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What caused by the great Chicago Fire to burn out of control

Kaden Anderson | Sep 29, 2018
Gregg McAllister | Sep 29, 2018

High winds, extremely dry conditions, and lots of combustibles.

is it free tommorrow

grace carter | Sep 29, 2018
Peter Knuerr | Sep 29, 2018

As far as I know Best to check as there were some days in December but normally Tuesdays are free for Illinois residents. Need an I'd driver's license to prove.

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Does the museum have parking?

Trinity Munster | Sep 29, 2018
Tati Raz | Sep 29, 2018

No... Street parking is usually easy to find.

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Can I take pictures in the museum?

A Google User | Sep 29, 2017
Ally Schell | Sep 29, 2018

Yes my photography class went there!

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