CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CHICAGO, IL

The Chicago Historical Society (CHS) is a museum and research center devoted to studying and preserving the history of Chicago and Illinois. Founded in 1856, it is one of the oldest institutions in the country devoted to collecting and interpreting the history of a single city. The museum is located in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago and its collections range from artifacts to photographs, documents, and other materials.

CHS offers a variety of educational programs, both in-person and online, to engage the public with the history of the city. Visitors can explore exhibitions that feature artifacts and documents, attend lectures and discussions, and explore the library and archives. The museum also offers a variety of public programs such as walking tours, book clubs, and family activities.

The CHS also works with researchers, teachers, and other institutions to preserve the history of the city. Its research and education initiatives include the Chicago Film Archives, the Chicago History Museum, and the Encyclopedia of Chicago.

The museum is open to the public and admission is free. Visitors can explore the museum through self-guided tours, guided tours, and interactive exhibits. The CHS also offers a variety of special events throughout the year, such as themed exhibits, lectures, and workshops.

CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a History Museum in CHICAGO IL. US MID #8401700546

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). Total revenue from most recent IRS 990 Form: $ 14,665,965 from tax period 201306 (YYYYMM).

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• telephone: 3126424600
• website: www.chicagohistory.org

CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY
1601 N CLARK ST
CHICAGO
IL
60614-6038

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