Reviews of Jane Addams Hull-House Museum (Museum)

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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.

Cynthia Torres

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

Isaac Smith

A great look at the life and legacy of Jane Addams, one of the most important and influential women in American history. It's a shame the Hull Home is the only building of the settlement remaining.

Luke Salamone

As a child, I was forced to endure the soul-destroying torment that is the Hull House. My one-star review is meant to convey 15 years of built-up disdain for every aspect of this site. Unfortunately, writing a review does not come close to making up for the immeasurable suffering I experienced here.

Denise Alston

Great

Max Steel

Museu muito bom, cheio de variações.

Maricela Santillán

(Translated by Google) A unique experience!!! I love it!!! (Original) Una experiencia única!!! Me fascinó!!!

ren hao

Admission: Suggested donation is $5 per person. Admission for UIC faculty, staff, and students is free of charge.

Tyler J. Adams

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

Robert Bratton

Kind person first time on my smart ph. HAving troble with it sorry

Brandon Dell

And people back then said women couldn't accomplish anything, well Jane Addams proved them wrong. Proved a lot of people wrong.

Edgard Salgado

Amazing

Robert Angulo

This locations has a variety of art that is new and exciting to see! When you have family or nothing to do on a weekend this is a great place to visit. I remember my last time was a great expereience

Laura Clower

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

Dee Rutherford

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.

T Shafi

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!

Eaden Johnson

i didn't go here either

Chirag Shah

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

Robert Hirtz

Awesome

Zachary Fenhaus

Excellent place

Roland Bueno

It's haunted. Saw this place on Most Terrifying Haunted Places in America. :-o

Belle Rivera

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.

RLH 54

Very Interesting, Friendly Staff, Educational.

Gabriela Brizuela

It is the last remaining part of Hull House. It is located on the campus of UIC. I got a great tour and learned about the history of our great city.

Michael Schwandt

Cool historical house on the University of Chicago campus.

Jackie

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.

David Garcia

if i was there i would say cool dude

David Niget

(Translated by Google) A high place in the history of social policies and citizenship. Small museum, but exciting. (Original) Un haut lieu de l'histoire des politiques sociales et de la citoyenneté. Petit musée, mais passionnant.

C Mason

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.

Muhammad siddiqui

It is was very informative and learning experience to visit.

Sketchius

I din't go here

James Griner

Ivaluable experience. The historical elements on display give breadth and depth to the efforts of Jane Addams and many other strong women and men who invested their lives living out their belief democracy carries potential of lifting up the voices and lives of those who have little when they were willing to work together in community. Bless their example, we need it as much now.

Stephen Leigh

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.

Ren Haskins

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.

whistle boss

Very epic place good to learn about

Amanda Merced

Jane Addams is a great high school that is fair and equal and tends to the needs of every student.

Bill Black

If you're an MSW, you know what this place means to social work. This is a must stop for anyone who has ever worked for a charity or non-profit social service provider.

James ad

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.

Claudia Lenore

Fun and interactive history lessons

Mike Shannon

Basement is cramping

Edna Coleman

Cool

John Kuhnlein

If you are near UIC or Greektown or even in the West Loop, this is well worth the visit. Set aside about 30 to 45 minutes to walk through the display. A lot of great history.

Mcheal Weaver

Ok

Doug K.

Cool history for Chicago.

Itz Chip

It was torture like an insane asylum.

David Diego Rodriguez

Great Chicago history.

Harrison Ford

This museum has different collections of our history and we can gain knowledge through this museum. The staff was very friendly and they explained each and everything with patience. My opinion is that it is one of the best way to gain knowledge about the natural things about our history.

Shane Luke

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.

Emma Cowley

Free to the public. Friendly staff. Really educational. So glad this is a museum.

funEstuf

A valuable historical, educational experience!

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snoopy b

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

samar zahran

A nice haunted museum

Denise Rueda

Very informative, my visit was not as interactive as I would have wished. Still had some great photos and film to share.

Laketa Mccoy

The history is great

Abigail Schnell

This place is amazing. Learn about many of the social programs that helped make Chicago a wonderful multicultural and multifaceted city!

Kyla Kelly

Jane Addams Hull house is a great piece of history here in Chicago. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and it's a great place for children in small groups. It's an educational experience overall and easily navigated.

Christen Warrington-Broxton

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

Rita Cassiano

Everyone should visit and donate!

efrain quiroz

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.

Cowz RuLe

We came here for part of the last day of a speaking tour which took place on Monday. Will definitely be back.

Rebecca Danae Cortés

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

Judy Hamilton

Amazing history of Settlement houses and Social Work

Wanda Rodriguez

Lovely

Michael Klyachman

Great history, beautiful surroundings.

Sophia DJendi

great!

Young joon Park

(Translated by Google) Where you'll find the spirit of a lot of organizations in the Republic of Korea, known as the pioneer of social welfare institutions (Original) 사회복지기관의 효시로 대한민국에 많이 알려진 기관으로 그 정신을 찾아 볼 수 있는 곳

Radiant Williams

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

Paul Croitoru

Interesting place

Xinyi Zheng

For 4th of July our only place to visit

Joseph Sparks

Great historical landmark.