CHICAGO HISTORY MUSEUM

CHICAGO, IL

The Chicago History Museum is located on the north side of Chicago, Illinois. Founded in 1856, it is one of the oldest history museums in the country. The museum houses an extensive collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the history of the city and its people. It is dedicated to preserving the city’s past, while also exploring its future.

The museum’s permanent collection displays artifacts from different time periods and cultures, including Native American, African American, and European American histories. Visitors can see a rare copy of Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation and artifacts from the World’s Columbian Exposition of 1893. They can also explore the museum’s interactive exhibits that explore the city’s history, such as the Great Chicago Fire of 1871.

The Chicago History Museum also offers a variety of educational programs, including lectures, workshops, and family programs. It also hosts special events and exhibitions throughout the year, such as the Chicago Film Festival and the Chicago Architecture Biennial.

In addition to the museum’s collection, visitors can also explore its library, which features an extensive collection of books, manuscripts, and photographs related to the city’s history. The museum and library are open to the public, and admission is free for Chicago residents.

CHICAGO HISTORY MUSEUM is a History Museum in CHICAGO IL. US MID #8401700324

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

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• telephone: 3126424600
• website: http://www.chicagohs.org

CHICAGO HISTORY MUSEUM
1601 N CLARK STREET
CHICAGO
IL
60614-6038

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