CHICAGO MARITIME SOCIETY

CHICAGO, IL

The Chicago Maritime Society is a non-profit organization located in Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1982, the society is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the maritime history and culture of Chicago and the Great Lakes region.

The society offers a variety of educational programs, events, and exhibits to the public. They operate the Chicago Maritime Museum, which houses a collection of artifacts and exhibits that tell the story of Chicago's maritime history. The museum's permanent exhibits include displays on shipwrecks, the Great Lakes shipping industry, and the Chicago River.

In addition to the museum, the society also offers tours of historic vessels and lighthouses, as well as lectures and workshops on maritime topics. They also host events such as the annual Chicago Maritime Festival, which features live music, food, and activities related to the maritime culture of the Great Lakes.

The Chicago Maritime Society is run by a volunteer board of directors and relies on donations and memberships for funding. Their mission is to preserve the rich maritime history and culture of Chicago and to inspire future generations to appreciate and protect the Great Lakes.

CHICAGO MARITIME SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CHICAGO IL. US MID #8401700220

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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• telephone: 3124219096

CHICAGO MARITIME SOCIETY
310 S RACINE AVE
CHICAGO
IL
60607

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