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Admission from $24.

About Chicago History Museum

Chicago History Museum features featured exhibitions including Aquí en Chicago, which traces Latino/a/e communities in the city, and Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till, exploring the 1955 case that sparked the Civil Rights Movement. The Facing Freedom exhibition examines questions of freedom through women's suffrage and school boycotts, while US at 250: Barrett Keithley presents a mural installation exploring the US Constitution's impact. Visitors browse the Museum Store for Chicago sports gear, jewelry from local designers, historic prints, and CTA merchandise. The venue hosts trolley tours highlighting South Side LGBTQIA+ histories, walking tours of Pilsen murals, and educator seminars. Illinois residents 18 and younger receive free admission on select days. Chicago residents get $5 off adult admission. EBT and WIC cardholders pay $3. RAILS members receive $3 off general admission. The museum is located in Chicago, Illinois. Details about hours and ticket purchases are available at chicagohistory.org.

Tickets and prices

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General Admission

  • Adult
    Adult
    $24
  • Child (6-12)
    Child
    Free
  • Child (Under 6)
    Child
    Free
  • Senior
    Senior
    $20
  • Student (19-22)
    Student
    $20
  • Student (13-18)
    Student
    $20
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Tickets, prices & hours

Adult
$24
Students (Ages 19–22)
$20
Teens (Ages 13–18)
$20
Seniors (Ages 65+)
$19

Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Sunday 12:00–5:00 p.m., Monday Closed

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The 5 savings

If you qualify

Museums for All - EBT Card Discount

Discounted admission of $3 for individuals and families presenting an EBT card (max 4 adults)

$3

“The Chicago History Museum is pleased to offer a discounted admission fee of $3 to individuals and families presenting an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.”

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WIC Program Discount

Discounted admission fee of $3 for WIC recipients

$3

“WIC: The Museum offers a discounted admission fee of $3.”

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Chicago Resident Adult Discount

Chicago residents receive $5 off adult admission

$19 $24

“Chicago residents get $3 off the cost of Senior and Student admission and $5 off the cost of Adult admission.”

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Illinois Resident Free Days

Free admission for Illinois residents on select days throughout the year

Free

“Additionally, admission is free for Illinois residents 18 years and younger.”

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Season passes

RAILS Members Discount

RAILS members receive $3 off general admission

“RAILS Members: Receive $3 off a general admission ticket to the Museum.”

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