INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SURGICAL SCIENCE

CHICAGO, IL

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The International Museum of Surgical Science (IMSS) in Chicago, Illinois is a museum dedicated to the history of surgery. It was founded in 1954 by the International College of Surgeons and is housed in a mansion that was built in 1916.

The IMSS is one of the oldest medical museums in the world, featuring a variety of exhibits that highlight the history of surgery, medical instruments, and medical illustrations. It also includes a library of medical books and documents that are available for research.

The IMSS also hosts a variety of educational programs and lectures, as well as a summer camp for children. Visitors can explore the museum’s exhibits and learn about the history of surgery and its development over the centuries.

The IMSS has a diverse collection of artifacts that are related to the history of surgery, including surgical instruments, medical books, and medical illustrations. The museum also features a range of interactive exhibits and activities such as demonstrations and classes.

The IMSS is open to the public and admission is free. Visitors can take a guided tour of the museum or explore the exhibits at their own pace. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and lectures, as well as a summer camp for children.

INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SURGICAL SCIENCE is a Uncategorized or General Museum in CHICAGO IL. US MID #8401700137

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SURGICAL SCIENCE
1524 NORTH LAKE SHORE DRIVE
CHICAGO
IL
60610-1607

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INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SURGICAL SCIENCE Information

MID #	8401700137
Name	INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SURGICAL SCIENCE
Alternate Name	INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM OF SURGICAL SCIENCE
Classification	Uncategorized or General Museums, , Midwest
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN)
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INCOME	0
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LAT/LONG	41.910169, -87.626229
CODES	FIPS State Code: 17 FIPS County Code: 031 US Census Tract: 080100 US Census Block: 4003