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The Richard H. Driehaus Museum, Magnificent Mile
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The Richard H. Driehaus Museum

  • 4.71.2k reviews
  • $$
  • Open now · till 5 pm

Step into an exquisitely restored Gilded Age townhouse where ornate interiors, original furnishings, and decorative arts create an intimate, historic atmosphere. The museum specializes in late 19th-century design, decorative objects, and guided tours that illuminate Chicago’s architectural and social history—visit to admire craftsmanship, photo-worthy rooms, and curated period rooms. Expect detailed docent-led storytelling, richly decorated salons, and a calm, contemplative visit rather than a bustling gallery experience.

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The Richard H. Driehaus Museum in short

When is The Richard H. Driehaus Museum open?

Mon–Tue closed; Wed 11 AM–3 PM; Thu closed; Fri–Sun 11 AM–5 PM.

When is the best time to visit The Richard H. Driehaus Museum?

It's at its best mornings and afternoons. Wedar also scores every hour of the next five days against the forecast; see the best time on this page.

Is The Richard H. Driehaus Museum indoors or outdoors?

Indoors: a good pick when it rains.

How much does The Richard H. Driehaus Museum cost?

Google lists its prices as $$.

Where is The Richard H. Driehaus Museum?

50 E Erie St,Chicago, IL 60611.

Right now · 3:45 pm

Why it fits right now

A great call right now.

This is its best hour in the next five days.

In its favour

  • Open till 5 pm
  • Best in the afternoon
  • Indoors

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Hours

Open now · till 5 pm
monday
Closed
tuesday
Closed
wednesday
11 AM–3 PM
thursday
Closed
friday
11 AM–5 PM
saturday
11 AM–5 PM
sundayToday
11 AM–5 PM

Where and how

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50 E Erie St, Chicago, IL 60611(opens the map)DirectionsTo Magnificent MileCall+13124828933Websitedriehausmuseum.org

Good to know

  • Indoors
  • Price $$
  • Good for solo
  • Good for couples

From visitors and the venue

What it's like

4.7from 1.2k reviews

Known for

  • Sightseeing
  • Photography
  • Weekend outings
  • Historic landmarks
  • Art installations

The feel

  • Historic
  • Upscale
  • Intimate
  • Tourists
  • Couples
  • Seniors friendly

Around Magnificent Mile

Nearby

Within about a 15-minute walk.

On nearby

For the next three hours

What to wear to go there now

Leave with a light layer.

Your full outfit
  • Light layerThe whole time

It's indoors, so this is for the trip there and back.