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Glessner House Museum
"Historic house from 1887 complete with its original furnishings - the ideal way to explore architecture, history and design in Gilded Age Chicago. Designed by H. H. Richardson, America's leading architect of the time, it greatly influenced those who followed, including Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wright. General tours, specialized tours, and other programs provide a variety of opportunities to experience the house and learn more about the Glessner family, and the preservation of their beloved home."
Address: 1800 S Prairie Ave , Chicago 60616, IL, US
Phone: +1 312-326-1480
State: IL
City: Chicago
Zip Code: 60616


Opening Hours

Wednesday: 09:00-17:00
Thursday: 09:00-17:00
Friday: 09:00-17:00
Saturday: 09:00-17:00
Sunday: 09:00-17:00

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Reviews
I visited this museum during my stay in Chicago in Spring 2022. If you like the unique atmosphere of old houses, you should definitely visit it. The tour guide was amazing, he told us so many interesting things about the house and history of the family. We really enjoyed it! Just check their schedule before going since they are open on specific days only.
Good golly! This may be one of the most amazing tours one can take in Chicago. A National Historic Landmark on what used to be Millionaire's Row, this 135+ year-old Guilded Age Chicago home is full of original furnishings and a staff that knows so much about the family that once lived there and the era in which so much around the home developed then changed. Top notch!
The Glessner House is an amazing location to host a wedding or an event. The courtyard is a great setting for an afternoon or evening reception and guest are just in awe of the space. The staff is easy to work with and the nicest bunch of people I have had the pleasure to work a wedding with. You wont regret hosting your wedding here.
I went on a tour of this house and was blown away by how many of the things in this house are original to it when the Glessners, the only residents of the house, lived there. It is highly unusual for a historic home to have so many of the original furnishings and decorations, but it is much appreciated by me. The house is lovingly cared for and the tour guide was fantastic, knowing a great deal of information on the house and various pieces that are on display in it. They still have a couple of rooms to restore still, but that in no way should discourage you from visiting this architectural jewel in the revitalized Prairie Avenue District of Chicago.
This house is amazing. It has been impeccably restored and has an astonishing amount of the original furnishings, thanks to William Tyre & staff's recovery work. If you can get a full private tour, you will not be disappointed.
My wife and I visited for the Christmas tour. We loved it so much that we are coming back for the full tour! Docent Steve Scott was the real reason we decided to return again. He gave us a very informative preview into what we would be getting with the full tour. We will be back at Glessner house within a week.
Glessner house guided tour is amazing. The guide showed the group all the house and told us about Glessner family. It's a very nice opportunity to learn a bit more about how wealthy people used to live decades ago.
Thé house tour was amazing! Thank you to the Glessner family who sent back several items to restore the house to as close as its originality. Thank you to the lady who gave a 2:30PM tour on 8/27! You’re amazing! You delivered like you knew them all your life! You made the house tour superb!Visited onWeekendWait timeNo waitReservation recommendedYesPrice for adult entry$16–20
Wonderful historical experience with a guided tour of the home.
Such a pretty place in the South Loop. The summer concert series is pretty cool... sort of like a small Ravinia where you can bring a picnic and listen to live music. The house is in great condition and the docents are very knowledgeable. Check out this hidden gem when you have a chance!
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