DuSable Museum of African American History

The DuSable Museum is a space in Chicago dedicated to African American history and art, housing thousands of artifacts, photographs, and artworks within its collections. These materials are organized through both permanent and rotating exhibitions that explore different periods and subjects.

The museum began in 1961 when Margaret Taylor-Burroughs founded it as a project in her home, later moving to its present location in Washington Park in 1973. This relocation allowed the institution to expand and display a far larger collection.

The museum honors African cultural roots and their connection to African American identity through artworks and objects displayed across its galleries. Visitors can see how these cultural ties remain alive in the community today.

The location is found in Hyde Park and welcomes visitors throughout the week. It helps to check opening hours ahead of time and set aside a few hours to move through the exhibitions at your own pace.

The collection preserves personal items belonging to important figures in African American history, including the desk of a noted civil rights journalist. Visitors can see these objects that connect directly to the people whose stories the museum shares.

Location: Illinois

Inception: February 16, 1961

Official opening: 1961

Opening Hours: Wednesday-Sunday 11:00-16:00

Website: http://dusablemuseum.org

GPS coordinates: 41.79210,-87.60730

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40