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Museums
* Listings with an asterisk are part of the JUF/JF partnership of agencies serving the Chicago and worldwide Jewish community.
Chicago Jewish Historical Society |
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610 S. Michigan Ave. |
Historical material on Chicago Jewry; sponsors public programs; tours of Jewish historic sites; quarterly journal. |
Frank Rosenthal Memorial Collection |
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20820 Western Ave. |
An extensive private collection of Judaica gathered by Rabbi Frank F. Rosenthal; open to the public. |
Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center * |
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9603 Woods Drive |
Illinois Holocaust Museum honors the Survivors and victims of the Holocaust and transforms history into current and universal lessons in humanity. Through world-class exhibitions and programs, the Museum inspires individuals and organizations and provides a universal wake-up call to action. The Karkomi Holocaust permanent exhibition weaves history with local Survivor narratives and over 500 artifacts to create a highly personal experience. The Take a Stand Center includes the world's first interactive, holographic Survivor Stories Experience Theater, followed by three galleries that guide visitors through social justice issues suggesting ways to take action. |
Kohl Children's Museum |
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2100 Patriot Blvd |
A hands-on children's museum with changing exhibits, some with Jewish content. |
The Rissman Family Kol Ami Museum |
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North Suburban Synagogue Beth El |
The Rissman Family Kol Ami Museum encompasses Jewish ceremonial art, articles of folklore, manuscripts and documents of historical value from the 18th century to modern times from countries around the world. Paintings, sculptures, prints, rare books and Judaic ritual objects are included. The Museum features objects from the core collection as well as visiting exhibits and programs throughout the year. |
