Hidden gems - Museums in Calumet City, United States not to miss (Updated April, 2024)

Hidden gems: Museums in Calumet City

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Calumet City. This list contains 136 places from Museum category.

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The Marion E. Wade Center

Museum

👍👍 What a place! Come see the desk that Tolkien wrote The Hobbit on and the wardrobe the inspired Lewis's way into Narnia. Included are a few wonderful displays about the Inkling authors. The garden is also worth the visit.

5.00 (80 reviews) (~55.22 km from centre)

Graveface Chicago

Museum

👍👍 Really cool spot! Definitely recommend and I definitely want to visit again! The folks there are super chill, and the museum is very well put together!

5.00 (50 reviews) (~35.58 km from centre)

New World Cartographic Antique Map & Print Gallery

Map store

5.00 (27 reviews) (~26.11 km from centre)

History Center of Lake Forest-Lake Bluff

Historical society

👍👍 Beautiful space in converted church building. Interactive touchscreen displays with 100’s of topics and 100’s of old photos. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. The History Center also offers neighborhood tours, speakers and online events.

5.00 (25 reviews) (~75.02 km from centre)

Volume Gallery

Art museum

5.00 (11 reviews) (~33.23 km from centre)

The Legacy Walk

Museum

Half-mile stretch of N. Halsted with 20 rainbow pylons & plaques commemorating noted LGBTQ+ figures.

5.00 (9 reviews) (~37.52 km from centre)

Jaredland

Museum

👍👍 The staff here goes out of their way to make sure you have an intoxicating time! Very low key, definitely sit for a spell in the hot tub, and tip back a couple whiskies. Tip: try the sangria! Stay away from the hash browns.

5.00 (8 reviews) (~20.28 km from centre)

Mundelein Heritage Museum

Museum

5.00 (7 reviews) (~81.59 km from centre)

The Veterans Garage

Museum

👍👍 The Veterans Garage is an experience that every patriot and veteran should experience. From the hands on activities that the whole family can enjoy to the many exhibits. You can relax in the lounge with a cup of coffee or help work on the many restoration projects.

5.00 (7 reviews) (~12.79 km from centre)