Maronda H.
11/13/2025
Highly recommended. This is a must come see museum in Chicago to visit. General admission to the National Public Housing Museum is free and open to everyone. The Historic Apartment Tour is $25.00...
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919 S Ada St
Chicago, IL 60607
The National Public Housing Museum in Chicago is dedicated to preserving and promoting the right of all individuals to have a place they can call home. Through exhibitions, oral histories, and community programs, the museum highlights the stories, art, music, and history of public housing residents, fostering a deeper understanding of their lived experiences.
As a member of the International Coalition of Sites of Conscience, the museum aims to connect historical narratives with contemporary human rights issues, advocating for social change and justice. By engaging the community and empowering residents, the museum works to address systemic injustices and build cultural capital within public housing communities.
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5.06 reviews
Adam K.
4/16/2025
When you think of public housing, you may immedciately think of dilapidated buildings, NIMBY and even the "candyman." The view on this topic is full of stereotypes and worn out tropes. The...
karina k.
8/17/2025
This is a beautiful building that is part of the Jim Adams building and it has been renovated since 2002 but I think it was officially open April It took 19 years to build this museum there are...
Jerry d.
10/31/2025
The most moving, informative, and enjoyable experience I have had in a long time. This beautifully designed place engages you unforgettably with the lives of "ordinary" people. You see, touch, and...
Merr M.
5/3/2025
The National Public Housing Museum in Little Italy is an absolute must a beautiful, emotional, and empowering experience that brings the history of public housing to life with heart, grit, and...
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