Evanston History Center
5.0
from - 225 Greenwood St.
- Evanston, IL 60201-4713
- 847-475-3410
The Evanston History Center is temporarily closed.
The Evanston History Center is located in the Charles Gates Dawes House, built in 1895 and reflecting the era when Dawes, Vice President of the United States under Calvin Coolidge, lived here. The lifestyle of a wealthy Evanstonian is substantially recreated, and exhibit galleries of the house focus on local history and issues such as race, the women's movement, the environment, and the progressive intellectual climate of Evanston through the decades. A research room is open from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday and 1-4 p.m. Thursday and Saturday.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Dempster and Sheridan
- Parking:
- Street
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 1-4 p.m. Friday through Sunday; closed Monday-Thursday
- Museum Type:
- Historical Home and History
- Admission Price:
- Adults $5; students and seniors, $3
Features
- Tours:
- Docent tours available
- Features:
- Historic Landmark and On-site Merchandise. Available at museum store
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes. In terrace and gardens
