Displays at Fractal Area at Chicago History Museum

Chicago History Museum

www.chicagohistory.org
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A museum & research center for Chicago and U.S. history, the Chicago History Museum is a place for learning, inspiration & civic engagement.

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Apr 9, 2025
This museum is a must-see for anyone curious about Chicago’s layered history. From architecture and immigration to political unrest and pop culture, it covers it all. The building is beautiful and t…Full review by Carolus v
Mar 30, 2025
Chicago has several world class museums including the Art Institute of Chicago, The Field Museum and the Museum of Science and Industry. The Chicago History Museum is not at that level nor is it mean…Full review by TravelingSoccerLoon
Mar 18, 2025
Lots of great history spent 3 hours on the second floor. My college age daughter got to spend time in the research floor working on a capstone project while I explored the first floor solo... Good l…Full review by Kerry V
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The Chicago History Museum, which is situated in Lincoln Park, originally housed some amazing relics, including Abraham Lincoln's final draft …
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Facts

Established:April 1856
Located:1601 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois 60614
Owner:Chicago Historical Society
Visitors:240,000 (2013)
President:Donald Lassere
Type:History Museum

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I am looking for a list of the patients at the Chicago Municipal TB Sanitation in the early 1920's.
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Maybe contact the Chicago Department of Health.
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Is the Appomattox Surrender Table currently on public display?
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Sorry I have never heard of this. Suggest you contact the Museum directly. Best wishes
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Answer by Tony S · Nov 2, 2022
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Hello, can you tell me which bus I could take from Chicago Union Station?
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The Chicago History Museum is a quick trip from Chicago's Union Station. We recommend taking the #156 bus, Union Station north to Belmont/Halsted, to LaSalle and North …
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The Chicago History Museum is a quick trip from Chicago's Union Station. We recommend taking the #156 bus, Union Station north to Belmont/Halsted, to LaSalle and North Avenue, right outside of the Museum. We can't wait to see you!
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Where do I find details about my library?
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On desktop, click Library Information from the menu bar at the top of your screen.
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