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Sun-Wed 10am-6pm; Thurs 10am-7pm; Fri 10am-3pm |
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Address |
610 S. Michigan Ave |
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Transportation |
Bus: 3, 4, 6, 145, 147, or 151. Subway/El: Red Line to Harrison, or Brown, Purple, Orange, or Green line to Adams |
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Phone |
312/322-1747 |
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Web site |
www.spertus.edu |
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Prices |
Admission $7 adults; $5 seniors, students, and children. Free admission Tues 10am-noon and Thurs 3-7pm |
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Other |
Validated parking in nearby lots |
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Frommer's Review
The Spertus Museum, an extension of the Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies, showcases intricately crafted and historic Jewish ceremonial objects, textiles, coins, paintings, and sculpture, tracing 5,000 years of Jewish heritage. In 2007, the museum moved to a new, contemporary building, with an angled glass facade that marks a welcome change from the solemn, solid structures surrounding it. Highlights of the building include a 400-seat theater for lectures and films; an interactive exhibit space designed for kids; and a kosher cafe operated by Chef Wolfgang Puck's catering company. Researchers can register to visit the Asher Library or study the Chicago Jewish Archives collection. The museum shop carries a large selection of art, books, music, videos, and contemporary and traditional Jewish ceremonial gifts. Allow 1 hour.
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