Museum · Chicago
DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center: free entry days, tickets & hours
The nation's oldest independent African American museum, in Washington Park on Chicago's South Side.
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DuSable Museum is free for some visitors, not for everyone.
- Free for: active-duty military of all branches; Blue Star and Gold Star families; first responders (police, fire, EMT, Coast Guard).
- Otherwise: adult admission, non-Chicago resident — $14.50.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Wednesdays are the free day; online booking in advance is suggested for everyone.
- Discounted parking is available at the University of Chicago Medical Parking Garage B (5631 S. Cottage Grove Ave).
- The site is dated in places; call (773) 947-0600 to confirm free-day details before a special trip.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free forFree for active-duty military of all branches; Blue Star and Gold Star families | military members and families | Show ID or be in uniform. Gold Star admission up to four guests per visit. | No |
| Free forFree for first responders (police, fire, EMT, Coast Guard) | first responders | — | No |
Official prices
DuSable Museum ticket prices
| Adult admission, non-Chicago resident — Chicago residents $12.50 (zip code verified). Seniors/students $11 ($9 Chicago). Timed entry for THE MARCH exhibit. | $14.50 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (adult admission, non-chicago resident). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
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Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–17:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–17:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–17:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–17:00 |
Tuesday-Sunday 10am-5pm, last admission 4:30pm; closed Monday.
740 East 56th Place, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
FAQ
DuSable Museum: common questions
Is DuSable Museum free?
DuSable Museum has no free entry for everyone. Also free: active-duty military of all branches; Blue Star and Gold Star families; first responders (police, fire, EMT, Coast Guard). Otherwise the official ticket costs $14.50.
Who gets free entry to DuSable Museum?
Military members and families — show ID or be in uniform. Gold Star admission up to four guests per visit.. First responders.
How much is a ticket to DuSable Museum?
Adult admission, non-Chicago resident costs $14.50 on the official site.
What day is DuSable Museum closed?
DuSable Museum is closed on Mondays. Tuesday-Sunday 10am-5pm, last admission 4:30pm; closed Monday.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- dusablemuseum.org/visitor/ · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
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