Why You Should Go...

We believe that military history is human history and defines our collective experience. The Pritzker Military Museum & Library strives to increase the public’s understanding of military history, military affairs, and national security by providing a forum for the study and exploration of our military - past, present, and future - with a specific focus on their stories, sacrifices, and values.

These citizen-soldiers continue to apply the lessons of service to better civilian life, preserve democracy and safeguard our nation.

Visit And explore the Medal of Honor gallery, view special exhibits, and participate in a variety of special events and programs for kids, families, and adults.

This spring, experience Tet and the Battle of Hue. This exhibit, created by Tactile Images and Stars and Stripes photographer John Olson, features ten tactile, or 3-dimensional, images created from original photographs. Embedded with touch-activated sensors that provide audio interviews with the Marines documented in the photos, the three-dimensional tactile images allow blind and low-vision individuals to experience photography uniquely.

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Why You Should Go...

We believe that military history is human history and defines our collective experience. The Pritzker Military Museum & Library strives to increase the public’s understanding of military history, military affairs, and national security by providing a forum for the study and exploration of our military - past, present, and future - with a specific focus on their stories, sacrifices, and values.

These citizen-soldiers continue to apply the lessons of service to better civilian life, preserve democracy and safeguard our nation.

Visit And explore the Medal of Honor gallery, view special exhibits, and participate in a variety of special events and programs for kids, families, and adults.

This spring, experience Tet and the Battle of Hue. This exhibit, created by Tactile Images and Stars and Stripes photographer John Olson, features ten tactile, or 3-dimensional, images created from original photographs. Embedded with touch-activated sensors that provide audio interviews with the Marines documented in the photos, the three-dimensional tactile images allow blind and low-vision individuals to experience photography uniquely.

What You Should Know...

Open: Year-Round; Closed on: Sunday, Monday

Hours: Open Now. Closes 4:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Wednesday: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Thursday: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Friday: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Saturday: 10:00am - 4:00pm

Cost: Less than $25

Payment: Cash, Check, MC, Visa, AMEX, Discover

Insider Info

General Admission is $10.00, Students, Seniors & Teachers with valid ID is $8.00. Admission is free for members, children under 12, First Responders, and Active Military personnel. Tickets are available online; advanced purchase is not required. 

Located in downtown Chicago, the Pritzker Military Museum & Library aims to increase the public’s understanding of military history, military affairs, and national security by providing a forum to study and explore our military - past, present, and future.

Fun Facts

The Pritzker Military Museum & Library is located at 104 S. Michigan Ave., across from Millennium Park and the Art Institute of Chicago. There are nearby CTA subways and elevated lines, CTA bus lines (on Michigan Ave. and State St.), and Metro stations.

Members at the Honor Level and above receive a $5 off validation for parking at Millennium Garages. The closest garages to the Museum & Library are the Millennium Park Garage, Grant Park North Garage, and Grant Park South Garage. Please ask for a validation ticket at the Museum Front Desk.

Further your understanding and appreciation of the relationship between armed forces and the civilians whose freedoms they protect. All ages & interests benefit from exhibits, programs, and classes focusing on sharing diverse stories of those who served and their contributions as citizen soldiers.