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Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

Thursday, February 19, 2026 · 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM

The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidents’ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July.Upcoming 2025 and 2026 Illinois resident FREE days include: February 16, all Tuesdays–Fridays, March 4, 12, 25; April 1, 22, 30; May 6, 25 For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Museum Free Days.

Date & Time: Feb 19, 2026, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Schedule: weekly on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Venue: Chicago History Museum
1601 North Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 642-4600
Cost: Free
Registration: Drop-in (no registration needed)