Top rated Heritage museums in Chicago, United States to elevate your visit (Updated May, 2024)

Top rated Heritage museums in Chicago

Experience the best that Chicago has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 14 places from Heritage museum category.

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Aviation Heritage Center of Wisconsin

Museum

👍👍 Hidden gem of local aviation history. Interesting displays including a tribute to the brave Hmong flyers who served our country during the Vietnam conflict.

4.80 (93 reviews) (~210.83 km from centre)

National Cambodian Heritage Museum

Museum

👍👍 Very proud to serve this community and a museum that is currently the only one outside of Cambodia that is focused on the Cambodian genocide. It is a beautiful space for our survivors for healing, ans many of our art and music program is held here

4.80 (31 reviews) (~12.06 km from centre)

Harley-Davidson Museum

Heritage museum

Museum dedicated to the legendary brand of American motorcycles, with exhibits, stores & dining.

4.70 (9.7K reviews) (~130.77 km from centre)

Livsreise - Norwegian Heritage Center

Heritage museum

👍👍 Very interesting and modern presentation

4.70 (117 reviews) (~175.03 km from centre)

Ethnic Heritage Museum

Heritage museum

1850s house with exhibits on local immigrant groups, including African-American & Polish residents.

4.70 (41 reviews) (~129.2 km from centre)

Museums at Lisle Station Park

Historical place museum

👍👍 Very nice way to honor our ancestors with the Museum, especially all the branches of our military. The new Veterans Memorial is a beautiful way to let our Veterans know how much we appreciate them all!!! Thanks Lisle

4.70 (40 reviews) (~37.95 km from centre)

RV Hall of Fame & Museum

Heritage museum

Sizable, contemporary event facility & museum of the RV & manufactured-housing industry.

4.60 (1.7K reviews) (~145.5 km from centre)

National Bobblehead Hall of Fame & Museum

Museum

👍👍 Came here on a mini vacation from Chicago with my fiancé. We had such a great time at this museum! It throws you off from the outside but once you're inside, you can see how impressive their collection is! They have over 10,000 bobble heads. My fiancé was very happy with all of the NFL and MLB playe...

4.60 (325 reviews) (~130.46 km from centre)

The History Museum

History museum

👍👍 I must admit that it is a very interesting museum. Even though I came here just passing through, I was not disappointed. It is worth coming here and learning about the history of this region.

4.60 (218 reviews) (~115.1 km from centre)

German American Heritage Center & Museum

Museum

👍👍 A very cool comprehensive museum on the German-American experience with a focus on the quad cities area of Iowa and Illinois. Great view of the millennium bridge from the top floor and many interactive displays to experience

4.60 (206 reviews) (~248.81 km from centre)

Jewish Museum Milwaukee

Heritage museum

Exhibits on Jewish history, heritage & culture, plus a searchable archive of historical records.

4.60 (174 reviews) (~132.24 km from centre)

Little White School Museum

History museum

Quaint 1850 former church & school, now hosting historic local artifacts & special events.

4.60 (68 reviews) (~63.79 km from centre)

Windmill Island Gardens

Tourist attraction

Seasonal park featuring tulip gardens, a 250-year-old windmill, a carousel & Dutch-costumed guides.

4.50 (4.4K reviews) (~162.3 km from centre)

Racine Heritage Museum

History museum

A former Carnegie library, this museum features a range of history exhibits & educational programs.

4.50 (107 reviews) (~95.44 km from centre)

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Top rated Heritage museums in Chicago, United States