The Dusable Black history museum and education center

740 East 56th Pl.

 

Saturday, september 23, 2023

 

2:00 - 3:00PM BETHANY PICKENS TRIO

4:00 - 5:00PM CAMILA MENNITTE TRIO

 

The DuSable Museum of African American History is a Chicago community institution and the first non-profit Museum dedicated to the collection, documentation, preservation, study and the dissemination of the history and culture of Africans and African Americans. As an educational institution, DuSable attracts school groups from Chicago and surrounding areas. More than 100,000 visitors attend or utilize the facility yearly. Through exhibits, educational programs, the archives, and special activities, the Museum continuously explores the African American experience and accomplishments of the past and present to further advance the education of the future.

The DuSable Museum of African American History was founded in February 1961 by husband and wife team, Dr. Margaret Taylor Burroughs and Charles Burroughs, on the ground floor of their home. Its purpose was to educate the public about Black history, culture, and art. The museum was originally named the Ebony Museum of Negro History and Art.

DuSable Museum Roundhouse

There are no food/beverage services at this location.

Services include:

  • Mobile Restrooms

  • Chairs

DuSable Museum North Terrace 

This is a BRING YOUR OWN CHAIR /BLANKET venue.

There are no food/beverage services at this location.

Services include: 

  • Mobile Restrooms

  • Picnic area on park lawn for bring your own picnic.