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  • Focusing on Illinois and Chicago history since settler days, this museum was established in 1856 and is the city’s oldest cultural institution. One of the society’s first donors bequeathed his collection of Lincoln memorabilia: the ex-president’s deathbed is one of the items displayed. Visitors can also climb aboard the Pioneer locomotive, while events such as the World’s Columbian Exposition and the Great Chicago Fire (see 1871: Great Chicago Fire), are brought to life by photographs, decorative arts, and other exhibits. There are also costumes belonging to famous local figures including sportsman Michael Jordan.

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1601 N. Clark St. Open 9:30am–4:30pm Mon–Sat, noon–5pm Sun Adm.(free Mon) DA
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The Chicago Historical Society was renamed the Chicago History Museum in September, 2006.

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