Alden V.
10/10/2013
We toured the Clarke and Glessner Houses one fine Saturday in August. It's sort of a nerdy way to spend some time, but I really enjoyed it! It's really pretty amazing the stories behind the...
Clarke House Museum
Closed
(16)
Photos
1827 S Indiana Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
Clarke House is oldest surviving building in the original Chicago city limits. Built in 1836 for New York businessman Henry Brown Clarke, the timber frame structure is a rare example of domestic architecture from Chicago's earliest days. Guided tours of Clarke House and related educational programming explore life in early Chicago through the social and cultural experiences of the Clarke family, the symbolism of Greek Revival architecture, and the fascinating preservation of this local landmark. Clarke House Museum is the centerpiece of Chicago Women's Park & Gardens in the Prairie Avenue Historic District. Operated as a museum by the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events since 1982, it is furnished with period artifacts through the generosity of The National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in The State of Illinois, and interpreted through a partnership with Glessner House Museum.
Also at this address
Reviews
3.516 reviews
Boon C.
7/8/2017
The Clark house is the Chicago oldest house that has been move every time it got bought. When got bought by a Priest, it was move very close to a train track. The last move is done by the city and...
Sarah S.
9/29/2013
I did a tour of the Clark House on Saturday as it was part of the Smithsonian Museum free day. The normal tour price is $10 or if you do both the Glessner & Clarke House, it's $15 total. Tours...
Kaylee W.
4/20/2022
Highly enjoyed it! Security was super sweet and welcoming and made sure we all had audio guides and even waited for those who were a tad late (parking/traffic). Beautifully redone on the inside...
Michael G.
3/25/2010
Learning about the early settlers of Chicago while getting a guided tour of this Near South Side museum has led me to believe that I really might fit in with the early settlers of Chicago. They...
See a problem?
You might also like
Partial Data by Infogroup (c) 2025. All rights reserved.