Edgewater Historical Society

About this museum

Edgewater Historical Society, located at 5354 - 5358 North Ashland Avenue in Chicago, ranks among the finest free community history museums on the North Side. Offering FREE ADMISSION year - round, this welcoming museum preserves the rich history of the Edgewater neighborhood through photographs, artifacts, and community - driven exhibits.For anyone interested in understanding the story of Edgewater and the surrounding lakefront communities, Edgewater Historical Society offers an illuminating journey through neighborhood history. The collection includes photographs, documents, and memorabilia that trace the area's development from a suburban resort community to the diverse urban neighborhood it is today.The museum's intimate scale and community focus create a personal visiting experience that larger institutions cannot replicate.Edgewater Historical Society is located in Chicago. Hours are limited to select days: Saturday 1 - 4PM. While there is no admission charge, donations are welcomed. Edgewater Historical Society exemplifies what a neighborhood museum should be: welcoming, informative, and completely free.