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Membership Tiers

Our memberships are designed to be flexible—pick the membership that best suits your needs. Illinois residents 18 & under and children 12 and under are free every day!

All memberships include FREE admission, 10% off at the North & Clark Cafe, Museum Store & PhotoStore, special discounts on programs and events, and invitations to exclusive events.

Plus package and All-Star members also receive free parking during every visit (a great value) and reciprocity at more than 800 museums throughout North America through NARM.

Have more questions or concerns? Check out our FAQs or call (312) 642-4600.

Individual | $70

  • Free Museum admission for one person (only one person can be listed on this membership level)
  • Invitations to annual events
  • Exhibition previews & celebrations
  • Discounts on tours, programs & events
  • 10% discount at the Museum Store and North & Clark Cafe plus bi-annual double discount weeks
  • Monthly member communication
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Dual | $80

  • Free Museum admission for two people
  • Invitations to annual member-only events including exhibition previews and celebrations
  • Access to an online member portal, which houses video and audio recordings of past member events, digitized Chicago History Magazines, and more
  • Discounts on programs, and the PhotoStore, Museum Store and North & Clark Café, plus double discount weeks
  • Monthly member communications
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Household | $100

  • Free Museum admission for four people
  • Invitations to exclusive member-only events including exhibition previews & celebrations
  • Access to an online member portal, which houses video and audio recordings of past member events, digitized Chicago History Magazines, and more
  • Discounts on programs, and the PhotoStore, Museum Store and North & Clark Café, plus double discount weeks
  • Monthly member communications
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All Star | $250

  • Extra philanthropic support for the Museum, including a $120 fully tax deductible donation to the annual fund
  • Free Museum admission for four people
  • Invitations to exclusive member-only events including exhibition previews and celebrations
  • Access to an online member portal, which houses recordings of past member events-both video and audio, digitized Chicago History magazines, and more
  • Discounts on programs, and the PhotoStore, Museum Store and North & Clark Café, plus double discount weeks
  • Monthly member e-communications
  • An invitation to one intimate “behind the scenes” tour per year
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Plus | + $30

Add to any package (except All Star) for just $30 and receive:

  • Free parking during Museum visits
  • Reciprocal benefits at over 1,200 museums through NARM
  • 2 one-time passes to share with friends & family (benefit only available at Dual Plus and Household Plus levels)
Join or Renew
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply the cost of a Museum visit towards the cost of a membership?

Yes, you can! Save your admission receipt and bring it back to the Visitor Services desk to turn your
admission into a membership. This can only be taken advantage of on the same day as the admission
purchase. This cannot be combined with any membership discounts or promotions.

What types of memberships do you offer and how much do they cost?

Our basic levels of membership are Individual (1 person $70), Dual (2 people $80), and Household (4
people $100). You can add a plus package to any of the aforementioned levels for $30 and receive free
parking during every visit and reciprocity at over 800 museums throughout North America through NARM
(link to NARM list). You can also purchase an All Star membership for $250. At the All Star level you can
enjoy all of the benefits of a plus package membership, while providing the Museum with a greater level
of support.
*Please note: Illinois resident children 18 and under are free and will not need to count toward your
membership count. Non-Illinois resident children 12 and under are free.

How can I purchase a membership?

There are three easy ways to purchase a membership:
1. Online (link to portal for membership purchases). Choose the membership that best fits your
needs and follow the steps. It’s quick and easy.
2. Onsite. Our Visitor Services team would be happy to assist you!
3. Phone. Call 312-642-4600 during Museum hours (Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
and Sunday 12:00-5:00 p.m.

If I purchase a membership today when can I start using it?

You can begin using your membership immediately. Once your membership purchase is complete you
will automatically be added to our system and you can visit the Museum the same day.

How long is my membership valid?

Your membership is valid for one year and expires on the last day of the month.

How do I purchase a gift membership?

There are three easy ways to purchase a gift membership:
1. Online. a. Select “this membership is a gift” under Registration
b. Indicate where you would like the membership package sent under “gift information”
2. Onsite. Our Visitor Services team would be happy to assist you!
3. Phone. Call 312-642-4600 Call 312-642-4600 during Museum hours (Monday through Saturday 9:30
a.m.- 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 12:00-5:00 p.m.

Do seniors receive a discount on membership?

Yes! The Museum offers $10 off of any membership level for seniors 65+. Seniors must renew onsite or
over the phone (312-642-4600) to receive the discount. This offer cannot be combined with any other
offers.

Can I apply the cost of a Museum visit towards the cost of a membership?

Yes, you can! Save your admission receipt and bring it back to the Visitor Services desk to turn your
admission into a membership. This can only be taken advantage of on the same day as the admission
purchase. This cannot be combined with any membership discounts or promotions.

What types of memberships do you offer and how much do they cost?

Our basic levels of membership are Individual (1 person $70), Dual (2 people $80), and Household (4
people $100). You can add a plus package to any of the aforementioned levels for $30 and receive free
parking during every visit and reciprocity at over 800 museums throughout North America through NARM
(link to NARM list). You can also purchase an All Star membership for $250. At the All Star level you can
enjoy all of the benefits of a plus package membership, while providing the Museum with a greater level
of support.
*Please note: Illinois resident children 18 and under are free and will not need to count toward your
membership count. Non-Illinois resident children 12 and under are free.

How can I purchase a membership?

There are three easy ways to purchase a membership:
1. Online (link to portal for membership purchases). Choose the membership that best fits your
needs and follow the steps. It’s quick and easy.
2. Onsite. Our Visitor Services team would be happy to assist you!
3. Phone. Call 312-642-4600 during Museum hours (Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
and Sunday 12:00-5:00 p.m.

If I purchase a membership today when can I start using it?

You can begin using your membership immediately. Once your membership purchase is complete you
will automatically be added to our system and you can visit the Museum the same day.

How long is my membership valid?

Your membership is valid for one year and expires on the last day of the month.

How do I purchase a gift membership?

There are three easy ways to purchase a gift membership:
1. Online. a. Select “this membership is a gift” under Registration
b. Indicate where you would like the membership package sent under “gift information”
2. Onsite. Our Visitor Services team would be happy to assist you!
3. Phone. Call 312-642-4600 Call 312-642-4600 during Museum hours (Monday through Saturday 9:30
a.m.- 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 12:00-5:00 p.m.

Do seniors receive a discount on membership?

Yes! The Museum offers $10 off of any membership level for seniors 65+. Seniors must renew onsite or
over the phone (312-642-4600) to receive the discount. This offer cannot be combined with any other
offers.

How Does Membership Support the Museum?

Our members make Museum visits and virtual workshops free for more than 50,000 students annually. Your membership contribution also guarantees a home and care for millions of significant historic objects, images, and documents.

We need your support now more than ever. If you are able, please consider making a gift of $500 or more and joining the Historical Alliance.

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Interested in Contributing more to Our Mission?

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Consider joining our Historical Alliance by making a gift of $500 or more. All donations are 100% tax deductible.

To join the Historical Alliance, contact Eva Rachau, director of development, at rachau@chicagohistory.org or (312) 799-2116.

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Give the Gift of CHM

Looking for the perfect gift for the history buff in your life?

Have a friend that’s new to the city and wants to learn more about its history?

Our membership is a great way to explore Chicago’s storied history and connect with others.

To Purchase a gift membership

  • Select “this membership is a gift” under Registration
  • You can indicate where you would like the membership package sent under “gift information”

If you should have any questions, please call (312) 642-4600.

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Membership Portal

Couldn’t make it to a live member program? Looking for previous issues of Chicago History magazine?

Your membership grants you access to select program recordings and magazine archives through our Member Portal!

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Forgot your access code? Contact Hannah Johnson, Member Relations Manager, at hjohnson@chicagohistory.org

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The Chicago History Museum is a fantastic resource. One of my favorite Chicago museums.

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