National Public Housing Museum
The National Public Housing Museum is the first cultural institution in the United States dedicated to interpreting the American experience in public housing and the right of all people to a place they can call home. Filled with history, memories, music, and art, the museum is a dynamic and welcoming community gathering place. The museum is located in the last remaining building of the Jane Addams Homes on Chicagos West Side.
Hours of OperationWedSun, 10 am5 pm
Educational Programming for Student Groups
Student Group Friendly
Tour Topics/ThemesHousing, civics, Great Migration, immigration
Educational Programs OfferedGuided tours of recreated apartments highlight Chicago public housing stories between 1938 and 1976
Student Group Discounts
Average Group Student Price RangeGuided group tours of the Historic Apartments are $15 per student
Advance Quotes Available
Group Visit PoliciesBest suited for grades 5 and up, though we welcome inquiries from all grade levels.nnLength: 75120 minutesnnGroup size: up to 45 students per time slotnnChaperones: at least 1 adult per 10 students recommendednnSelf-guided options available; contact us for details
Capacity DetailsGuided tours can accommodate up to 45 students per time slot; contact us to discuss other options
Max Group Capacity45
Programs ProvidedGuided student tours that connect to civics, social studies, and history classrooms
Curriculum Programming/Student Tours
Average tour time75-120 minutes
Meal/Picnic Areas
ADA Accessible
Brief Description of your Student ServicesExplore Chicago history and public housing stories through an immersive Historic Apartment Tour
Website/Student Group Landing Pagehttps://nphm.org/plan-your-visit/school-visits/
Group Phone Number(872) 259-2401
Group Emailvisitorexperience@nphm.org
Group Contact Name (First Last)Dorian Nash
Average Visit/Tour Length60
Miles from O'Hare Airport18.0
Miles from Midway Airport11.0
Miles from Navy Pier4.5
Miles from McCormick Place4.0
Miles from Downtown3.0
Student Group Friendly
Special Interest Tours Offered
Complimentary On-site Parking
Reservations Accepted
Public Space Wi-Fi Available
ADA Compliant
Public Space Wi-Fi COMP or FeeComplimentary
Self-Parking AvailableOn-site
Family-friendly
Number of Meeting Rooms2
Off-Site Catering Allowed
On-site Audio/Visual Equipment
Max Capacity, Theater Style80
Max Capacity, Reception Style (Standing)150
Max Capacity, Classroom Style80
Max Capacity, Banquet Style (Seated)60
Private Meeting Space Available
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