National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture, Chicago

Name: National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture
Address: 3015 W Division St, Chicago, 60622, United States
Telephone: +1 773-486-8345

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National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture

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The National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture is a museum in Chicago dedicated to interpreting the arts and culture of the Puerto Rican people and of the Puerto Ricans in Chicago. Founded in 2001, it is housed in the historic landmark Humboldt Park stables and receptory, near the Paseo Boricua. It hosts visual arts exhibitions, community education, and festivals. Its exhibitions have featured the artwork of Osvaldo Budet, Elizam Escobar, Antonio Martorell, Ramon Frade Leon, and Lizette Cruz, in addition to local Chicago or Puerto Rican artists. The Institute also sponsors music events including an annual Navi-Jazz performance, described as a "fusion of Puerto Rican and African American musical elements." ()

Established: 2001 (23 years ago)Coordinates: 41°54'8"N, 87°42'12"W

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3015 W Division StWest Side (West Town)Chicago 60622 United States

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+1 773-486-8345

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When is National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture open?

National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 2 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture?

Nearby attractions include Humboldt Park, Chicago (6 min walk), Statue of Alexander von Humboldt, Chicago (7 min walk), Statue of Leif Erikson, Chicago (9 min walk), Paseo Boricua, Chicago (9 min walk).

How to get to National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Museum of Puerto Rican Arts and Culture:

Bus

Division & Humboldt EB • Lines: 70 (2 min walk)

Train

Kedzie (26 min walk)
Western Avenue (31 min walk)

Metro

Western • Lines: Blue (33 min walk)