Admission Information

DuSable Museum is conveniently located in Washington Park at the corner of 57th and Cottage Grove. Our address is 740 East 56th Place. Learn more about getting to DuSable Museum.

Hours & Closure Days

Monday thru Saturday 10am – 5pm
Sunday Noon – 5pm

The Museum is closed to the public on the following days:

  • Mondays between June 1 and January 2 (except school holidays)
  • 3rd Saturday and Sunday in February
  • Easter
  • July 4th
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving
  • Christmas
  • New Years Day

SPECIAL NOTE: The Museum will close at 1 PM on Friday, February 19, 2010 and will be closed ALL DAY on Saturday, February 20, 2010.

General Admission Prices

Adults $3.00
Students & Seniors $2.00
Children Ages 6 to 12 $1.00
Children Under 6 FREE

Visitor Guidelines

We ask your help in maintaining our facility. Please note that the following are not permitted while visiting our galleries:

  • Animals
  • Backpacks or oversized bags
  • Food or Beverages
  • Photography or Video Cameras
  • Umbrellas

The Administration and Staff thank you for your cooperation while visiting the DuSable Museum of African American History.