DuSable Museum of African American History, Chicago

Name: DuSable Museum of African American History
Address: 740 E 56th Pl, Chicago, 60637-1408, United States
Telephone: +1 773-947-0600

#195 among attractions in Chicago

Museum, History museum

DuSable Museum of African American History

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DuSable Museum of African American History, Chicago

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The DuSable Museum of African American History in Chicago is dedicated to the study and conservation of African-American history, culture, and art. It was founded in 1961 by Margaret Taylor-Burroughs, her husband Charles Burroughs, Gerard Lew, Eugene Feldman, Bernard Goss, Marian M. Hadley, and others. They established the museum to celebrate black culture, at the time overlooked by most museums and academic establishments. The museum has an affiliation with the Smithsonian Institution. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 41°47'29"N, 87°36'28"W

Address

740 E 56th PlSouth Side (Washington Park)Chicago 60637-1408 United States

Contact

+1 773-947-0600

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Day trips

DuSable Museum of African American History – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Robie House, Seminary Co-op Bookstore, Oriental Institute, Fountain of Time.

0.6 miE
, Museum, History museum
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~1980 ftE
Gothic Revival architecture, Universities and schools
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Church
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is DuSable Museum of African American History open?

DuSable Museum of African American History 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 - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to DuSable Museum of African American History?

Nearby attractions include Washington Park, Chicago (7 min walk), John Crerar Library, Chicago (7 min walk), Mother & Child, Chicago (8 min walk), Fountain of Time, Chicago (9 min walk).

How to get to DuSable Museum of African American History by public transport?

The nearest stations to DuSable Museum of African American History:

Bus

Cottage Grove & 57th Street • Lines: 192, 2, 4, (N) N4 (3 min walk)
Cottage Grove & 56th Street • Lines: 2, 4, (N) N4 (4 min walk)

Metro

Garfield • Lines: Green (16 min walk)
Cottage Grove • Lines: Green (20 min walk)

Train

59th Street (26 min walk)
55th-56th-57th Street (27 min walk)