Norwood Park Historical Society, Chicago

About Norwood Park Historical Society

The Norwood Park Historical Society operates a local history museum housed in the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, Chicago's oldest home, built in 1833. Visitors explore new museum exhibits celebrating the history of Norwood Park and the house itself, presented with fresh perspectives on the neighborhood's unique past. The society's headquarters at the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House also contains archives, exhibits, and meeting space. Docents are available during museum hours to answer questions about community history and provide information on local buildings and genealogy. The museum is open Saturday afternoons, and group visits and school field trips are accommodated with advance scheduling. Researchers can arrange in-person appointments to explore detailed topics about Norwood Park history, buildings, and genealogy. Located on Chicago's northwest side, the attraction is accessible by public transit including the CTA Blue Line and Metra rail service.