Children's Museums
Children's Museum of Art and Social Justice
📍 2007 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60608🕐 Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
About Children's Museum of Art and Social Justice
Children's Museum of Art and Social Justice is a children's museum in Chicago, IL. Student-created rotating art exhibitions explore social justice themes, with artwork created collaboratively by KIPP Chicago students, artists, educators, and writers. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 18 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Focus
- Art and Social Justice education
- Best For
- Ages 5-14 and families
- Admission
- Free for all ages
- Highlights
- Student-created art exhibitions, activist button-making
💡 Did You Know?
- Student-created rotating art exhibitions explore social justice themes, with artwork created collaboratively by KIPP Chicago students, artists, educators, and writers
- Offers completely free admission for all ages with no membership program required, supported by donations
- Participates in monthly 2nd Fridays Gallery Night community events (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM) on South Halsted Street with free admission
- Operates as a small one-room museum with intentional capacity limits of 25 people or fewer per group, offering specialized group tours that include exhibit conversations, video presentations, and activist button-making activities
💬 What Visitors Say
- Admission is completely free for all ages, making it an excellent no-cost outing for families. Donations are welcomed but not required.
- Schedule a group tour by emailing [email protected] to enhance your visit. Tours include exhibit conversations, a short video, and a hands-on activist button-making activity—perfect for kids ages 5-14.
- Visit on 2nd Fridays (6:00 PM - 10:00 PM) for Gallery Night on South Halsted Street with free admission and a vibrant community atmosphere, ideal for families seeking an evening activity.
- Parking in the area can be challenging with hectic traffic patterns—plan extra time for parking and consider alternative transportation options to reduce stress when arriving.
- This is a small, intimate one-room museum with no crowds or long lines, making it perfect for children who may feel overwhelmed in larger museums. Allow 45-60 minutes for a comfortable visit.
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