Exhibits, collections & research promoting history & culture of Chinese-Americans in the Midwest.
At a glance
#96 of 131 Tourist attractions in Chicago #23 of 33 Museums in ChicagoLocalGuideWorld score: 4.60
Rating breakdown
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5 ★76%
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4 ★15%
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3 ★5%
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2 ★2%
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Chinese American Museum of Chicago?
- Chinese American Museum of Chicago is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 549 reviews.
- How does Chinese American Museum of Chicago rank in Chicago?
- Chinese American Museum of Chicago is #96 of 131 Tourist attractions in Chicago by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Chinese American Museum of Chicago located?
- 238 W 23rd St, Chicago, IL 60616 — 3.7 km from the center of Chicago.
- How can I contact Chinese American Museum of Chicago?
- Phone: (312) 949-1000 · Website: ccamuseum.org
Lovely, gorgeously appointed museum that covers the scope of the Chinese American experience in Chicago. Multi-level with a fascinating documentary playing on the second floor. The fourth floor library is currently being reorganized, so it's really more of a two story museum, but it's still a must-see.
We visited the museum on a Saturday as part of a group project for a university class. Stephen was so welcoming and gave us a brief tour of many of the exhibits on the first floor of the museum. The 16 minute documentary that we watched was very helpful in describing how Chinese Americans came to Chicago and how Chinatown was established. The exhibits on the 2nd floor really get into personal stories of Chinese Americans in Chicago. Overall, this was a great museum to spend a couple of hours in! We really appreciated Stephen's kindness and sharing of information.
Very informative. Stephen and May were kind enough to give us a little tour and explain everything. It's a small place but has a lot to offer. Saw a small movie, again, very informative about the lives of Chinese Americans. I learned how Chinatowns came to be and how much racism Chinese Americans had to go through throughout history.
First, you don't need to buy a ticket to get in the museum, but a donation is suggested. $8 per adult. The Chinese American Museum is full of very interesting stories and the cultural background for what was and still is life for Chinese Americans.
As far as I can tell the expositions change throughout the year, but few remain constant, mostly those narrating the store being Chinatown and its founders.
Personally speaking, my favorite section of the museum was the second floor, which explores the life and hardships of Chinese Americans who served in WWII. Their hardships during the war are pretty unique, and their struggles to get recognized for their service post WWII are mesmerizing and inspiring.
Aside from that, you will also find a wide variety of Chinese culture expositions, which is always nice to have and learn about, especially if you're not very familiar with their traditions and lifestyle.
Definitely worth a visit!
As far as I can tell the expositions change throughout the year, but few remain constant, mostly those narrating the store being Chinatown and its founders.
Personally speaking, my favorite section of the museum was the second floor, which explores the life and hardships of Chinese Americans who served in WWII. Their hardships during the war are pretty unique, and their struggles to get recognized for their service post WWII are mesmerizing and inspiring.
Aside from that, you will also find a wide variety of Chinese culture expositions, which is always nice to have and learn about, especially if you're not very familiar with their traditions and lifestyle.
Definitely worth a visit!
I was so excited to bring my niece to the museum as she was visiting from LA. Sadly, when we got there we found it’s closed on Thursday’s (my fault for not checking beforehand).
This looks like an excellent place to come and explore after lunch on a weekday! Just not on Thursday’s! We peeked inside and it looked really nice with a mini gift shop too!
The colorful cultural mural painted on the outside of the building was beautiful! You can’t miss the regally perched bronze lions at the entrance!
I’ll have to return and do a legitimate review at a later date!
This looks like an excellent place to come and explore after lunch on a weekday! Just not on Thursday’s! We peeked inside and it looked really nice with a mini gift shop too!
The colorful cultural mural painted on the outside of the building was beautiful! You can’t miss the regally perched bronze lions at the entrance!
I’ll have to return and do a legitimate review at a later date!
Located in the heart of Chicago’s Chinatown; this was such a fantastic free museum accepting optional recommended donations upon entry.
We enjoyed exploring and learning about the journey, culture and history of the Chinese.
We watched an amazing video as well which was very informative and interesting.
Street parking was available. Don’t miss the amazing mural on the side of the building.
We enjoyed exploring and learning about the journey, culture and history of the Chinese.
We watched an amazing video as well which was very informative and interesting.
Street parking was available. Don’t miss the amazing mural on the side of the building.
Seeing the stories of Chinese immigrants, Chinese Americans, and their lives as they adjusted to a wholly new cultural context was a touching and visceral experience for me. I found the "true stories" board particularly interesting, while the military and dining exhibits were also full of detailed and surprising stories. Loved the curation of artifacts. Highly recommend!
I went to Chinese American Museum of Chicago last weekend. Starting from modern Chinese American culture such as Chinese restaurants and their lives, and to the late 1700s, the museum covered a broad range of Chinese American history. It also showed the history and culture of Chinese Americans in the Midwest, such as their immigration journeys to their contributions to society. I enjoyed artworks by Philip Chen the most (picture). Overall, the museum was well curated, and the staffs were friendly. Recommending to those who are interested in the Chinese American heritage.
A thoughtful and well designed museum, the guide was knowledgeable and shared his experiences immigrating to America while walking us through displays and the voices video. The mural is beautiful! I highly recommend this museum as a must when visiting Chicago and Chinatown.
Wow this place is great! There are two stories. The bottom floor exhibit changes every year on lunar new year, and the top floor is consistent. The top floor tells the story of Chinese American immigrants from railroad workers to Chinatown to "paper sons" and Chinese exclusion act. There is also a little movie theater for a nice 15 min viewing of a story using props. Suggested 5 dollar donation is very reasonable. Finally the lady who worked there was very welcoming and seemingly wanted to share the stories with me. Definitely coming back with some friends.
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