Chicago Maritime Museum

7 reviews

+1 (773) 376-1982

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1200 W 35th St Ste 0E-5010

Chicago, IL 60609

+1 (773) 376-1982

http://www.chicagomaritimemuseum.org

At the Chicago Maritime Museum, on the shores of Bubbly Creek in Bridgeport, discover how our waterways shaped Chicago into the city it is today. Dive into our collection of artifacts and art to learn about everything from historic canoes, to the Eastland Disaster, to Lake Michigan's role during WWII. Set sail for Chicago history!

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4.57 reviews

Mary Ann O.

10/6/2024

I never knew that Chicago has such rich maritime history. So many great exhibits. I found the LaLady Elgin and Eastland disasters fascinating.

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Dnyl P.

12/15/2023

Great vibe and wanted to check out the place. It's like a 45 minute walk through tour on your own or you can have a tour guide to walk you through. Very friendly and enjoyed it.

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George W.

2/15/2023

We stopped in during Open House Chicago 2022. First off, access to this is on the NORTH side of the building, not the south side. Once you get inside, you'll be amazed at what they have....

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Kaylee W.

4/28/2022

Went due to the high reviews on Google etc...and it did not disappoint! The man at the front took time out of his day to talk to me about the rivers, and riverways that were carved out to make...

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G. M.

6/4/2016

A must for Chicago history buffs or anyone interested in Maritime history. A small, newly opened museum in a space renovated by architect Dirk Lohan in the lower level of the Bridgeport Artist...

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Founded in 1975, the Hinsdale Historical Society is dedicated to collecting and preserving the history of Hinsdale. It maintains three historic buildings, including the Hinsdale History Museum, which houses the Society's archive; the R. Harold Zook Home and Studio, designed by a noted Hinsdale architect in 1924; and Immanuel Hall, which is home to the Roger & Ruth Anderson Architecture Center. It was founded by a group of residents in 1975.