Wendy G.
9/14/2025
This was a WONDERFUL historic tour. We purchased our tickets in advance, but I got the sense that tours could sell out if not purchased in advance. We were also told that they close early if they...
Ernest Hemingway Birth Home
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339 N Oak Park Ave
Oak Park, IL 60302
The Ernest Hemingway Birth Home, located in Oak Park, Illinois, is a significant historical site dedicated to the famed American author. This charming Victorian house, built in 1890, is where Hemingway was born in 1899 and spent his early years. Visitors can explore the beautifully preserved rooms, learn about Hemingway's life and literary contributions, and gain insight into the environment that shaped one of the 20th century's most influential writers.
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Nancy K.
12/16/2024
The Ernest Hemingway Birth Home is in a beautiful area within the Chicago suburb of Oak Park. We visited here recently and took a very interesting tour. On the tour we learned quite a bit about...
Hunter S.
8/18/2023
Where Hemingway was born and spent his early formative years. The home deteriorated through the years, so there are only a few pieces originally from the home when Hemingway lived there...
Carol R.
7/15/2023
Sue is a great storyteller and shared many great details of the house, family & times. We enjoyed it very much!
Brandon B.
3/7/2020
I have been in Chicago 17 years and I had not been here! Since I was in the area for my annual tax meeting I decided to stop by, it was a lovely day. I joined the already started tour with one...
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