Went here while on a ghost tour. I learned about the negative happenings of the old building. I am planning on making a trip to the museum itself during normal hours to learn more about all of the good things that happen here causing this building to be preserved and turned into a museum. It is of note that this is the most haunted house in the city of Chicago and multiple past inhabitants have written books about it going back to the 1800s. Many museum goers and workers have also reported haunted happenings as well.

The Jane Addams-Hull House museum is a must visit for anyone looking to understand the settlement house movement and the progressive movement in the early 20th century. It does involve a fair bit of reading , but it is logically laid out and accessible for kids thru adults. It can easily be visited in 90-120 minutes, depending on how much reading you do. It is over two floors, and the staircase to the 2nd floor would be a bit of a challenge if you have mobility issues. This museum is best accessed by public transit. You can take the CTA Blue Line to UIC-Halsted, and then walk 2 block south, on Halsted, to the museum. CTA Bus #8-Halsted stops right in front of the museum. If you do drive, parking on Taylor St, just south of the museum, is your best option. The museum is on the campus of the University of Illinois-Chicago. So, for dining options, there are some in the building just behind the museum, called UIC Student Center East, but if you walk south to Taylor St, you are in Little Italy and you have a myriad of options. You can also walk north on Halsted St, to Greek Town. All in all, a worthwhile destination.

This Museum is a great place to learn about a brilliant, visionary, social worker. Jane Addams, a suffragette who espoused equal rights should be enjoyed and shared equally amongst all races and for all men and women. The oil paintings are pristine, and really lovely; the docent who expounded on the history was very knowledgeable friendly warm and engaging. A great place for a family visit, a great place to bring young people from a class. I highly recommend visiting here to learn and enjoy.

Really cool place! Tells the amazing story of fighting for women's rights in an era where this was practically un-heard of. I throughly enjoyed the tour and the artifacts they had on display. Jane Addams nobel prize is here, her books, and really interesting stories and personal accounts of the people she helped and vis-versa. Only downside was parking around UIC is not cool. I was blasted with a $75 parking ticket after my tour

God bless Jane Addams for her great contribution to our society. God bless the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum. Peace, "PASTORJOEY4U " Miss. Yolonda F. Yates, M.S. 2020.830.8445 [email protected]

A wonderful house to visit with lots of history to learn. The ambiance was nice, the stuff greeted was pretty friendly. Overall a nice visit 😀

Some people are commenting that it is small or not "interactive". Boo-hoo! This is a great piece of Chicago and American history. There actually is plenty to see here, and the quality of information is very high. The staff are also very knowledgeable, I highly recommend the guided tour which takes about an hour. You can spend more time looking further in depth after the tour. Free but donations accepted, make sure to throw 'em a few bucks!

The museum's layout was very organized and it was easy to follow along with the tour which was provided. Everything inside the museum ranging from Jane Addams' clothing to personal diaries to even her furniture is 100% authentic, and what she'd actually used and worn during her lifetime. The operating hours here can be a bit limited, but if you plan your visit accordingly, you'll still be able to see so much in just one day! Jane's personal letters and diaries, in particular, were what had been most noteworthy during my visit. It felt almost surreal, taking a step back in time more than 100 years, and seeing what one of America's most famous social workers had been feeling, thinking, and journaling about back in her day. This would definitely be a place worth visiting, the next time that you're in Chicago. There's just so much to see and experience.

We thought it would be a cool place to visit. It was. Historical and informative. Important landmark in Chicago and American history. Donation suggested but not required.

i didn't go here either

It was torture like an insane asylum.

Hull-House is a living inspiration. There are tons of pieces of information, it's free, and seeing this beautiful level of (oft-gay) solidarity in the face of extreme government surveillance and interference is the goal. :)

Very informative, clean and organized well. Met our expectations for an adult museum experience. Not recommended for those under 12. A great deal of reading and not much interaction or hands on for kids

Great Chicago history.

A really small museum and I will recommend it to all. I would suggest you take the free guided tour of 20mts and then go about exploring the little space even more. It is fascinating how the state would try and destroy anyone who is different from the ordinary, anyone who sympathises with the poor, questions the prevalent ideologies. Nothing had changed in that regard.

Went here on a field trip to write a paper. There is so much information about all different aspects, housing, arts, books and more! Its surprisingly small yet the workers are very knowledgeable. I was underwhelmed on how quick I went through everything. Many of my classmates felt that the information in the museum could have been easily found in the internet, I'm not quite sure that is true. Regardless, I think the information presented was interesting and useful for the paper. On the down side, our drive there and back was 2 hours and we were able to spend 45 minutes to look at everything, so choose your time wisely.

Nice self guided tour of the Hull house.

It's beautiful and there is so much history!!! Wasn't able to go inside, as I visited on a Ghost Tour and it was night time. But the building, the history and the grounds were enough to obtain all the stars from me.

December 10 celebrates Jane Addams Day in the Windy City by Lake Michigan Illinois USA. Jane Addams was the first American woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize. In December, the Hull-House observes Jane Addams Day as a tribute to Addams' commitment and devoted attention to peace and justice. Visit the University of Illinois at Chicago Campus near the Hull-House Museum, 800 South Halsted Street, Chicago Cook County Illinois 60607 USA

So great!

I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to the Hull house museum. Jane Addams was an amazing woman who made a big impact in Chicago.

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This was a very interesting and informative small museum. I had no idea all of this existed during the social struggles 100 years ago. But it’s very inspirational for current efforts. It reminds me that progress is slow and takes hard work.

Fascinating histories. Make sure you ask questions - the stories in this place are deep and important. Shout out to Nadia, who kindly answered every inquiry of mine.

For anyone who has studied social work, this place is for you. It's so sad that much of the settlement was torn down for such a hideous building behind Hull House. Jane Addams was a pioneer in many ways when it came to women's rights.

Great

The museum is a brief but interesting look into the life and times of activist and feminist Jane Addams and her work to Institute meaningful and lasting social reforms. The museum is located on the UIC campus and is easily accessible via the CTA: #8 Halsted bus and the Blue Line train (UIC Hasted stop).

Interesting look back at that period of history. Jane Addams considered "most dangerous woman in America" by Hoover, and winner of the Noble Peace Prize. Need to learn more.

Ok

Small but interesting museum. It took us probably 45 minutes to go through everything. It's free with the option to make a donation. It's located on the campus of the college. It was extremely cold in the there when we went in September (it's old so obviously not great climate control, of course) so just a heads up for anyone that that may bother. You need to reserve tickets online beforehand also since there's a max amount of people that are allowed in at a time. They do also require masks to be worn at all times as of September 2022 since it's on the college campus and they are still required and enforced there as well.

Jane Addam‘s was such an amazing and inspiring woman! The museum was beautiful. Everyone who visits Chicago should spend a visit there and honor her great work!

First time here after practicing SW for over 20 years! Glad I made it. Fascinating.

Basement is cramping

just learned about life of Jane Addams. wonderful spot that keeps memories

The tour guides are great. One of the earliest examples of an American settlement house, the early precursor to modern social work.

It was fun there in getting what happen back then in now how things changes

Amazing part of Chicago's history

Super informative and educational and very intersectional in content. I learned a ton, and it was definitely a highlight of my time in Chicago.

In the heart of UIC. My teenage daughter enjoyed looking at the Jane Addams artifacts and getting an understanding of why voting is so important.

Informative. A double-entendre look at Chicago and the nation's history. You'll have to go to understand. Ask questions and explore a understated peek into the past....sometimes you only find what you look for. Sometimes you find more.

It is a little spooky at night

I simply love this place. The history here is very real and really fascinating. Visiting was a great experience.

The Museum was very suitable for children to gain wonderful knowledge. The guidance was excellent because of they explained each and everything there. The arrangements were good without getting confusion we can easily find everything.

I didn’t actually go there but I have been learning about her and she is an amazing human being and also just looking at all the photos it looks so cool!

Cool history for Chicago.

A fantastic place to visit and learn, especially with it being free!!

I LOVE history, but it's very basic for a museum. If they got more funding they could probably make it more interactive and interesting.

Jane Addams was a true humanitarian from the early 1900s. And her legacy continued even into the 1970s. My son learned how to swim at a Hull House facility at Belmont and Broadway (now an overpriced "health club" in 1973.

The staff is wonderful and it is a great learning experience for larger groups, such as under 50 people.

I learned a lot during my visit to this museum. More people should explore Hull-House and Jane Addams history!

Great place. Highly recommend if you're a student in Social Work or even if you just want to learn about life in early Chicago.

Awesome

A valuable historical, educational experience!

Great place to learn about Jane Addams Hull. I've been here about 6 or 7 years ago.

Good museum for a lazy day and is free entry for UIC students

It was closed when i went there, but it was still nice to stop. Glad this could remain apart of the UIC campus. ©TIFA 2003

It provides you with a peek at what it was like back then.

My little one loves this place, so much to do and they learn so much playing with everything around them. They just have so much fun.

Very epic place good to learn about

I did go to Hull House, while it was originally open to recent immigrants. I attended Holy Ghost primary on Blue Island Blvd. Before any construction started for the University. I learned ballroom dancing and etiquette. Formal dining and silverware placement. Boxing in the original gymnasium. I can still recall the atrium, with the plants, flowers and birds. The building was not on Halsted but on Taylor. Goodrich elementary was standing.

Amazing history of Settlement houses and Social Work