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Our mission is to preserve, promote, and propel the right of all people to a place where they can live and prosper—a place to call home.

    Space Rental

    Rendering of the exterior of the new museum building, a three-story brick building with orange balconies made from historic-looking brick with “National Public Housing Museum” written on the side. A school bus is parked in front of it and people are walking on the street towards the building.

    Interested in hosting your next event or meeting at the National Public Housing Museum after our new building opens? Our museum is a distinctive and culturally rich space that goes beyond a traditional event venue. Your guests will be immersed in the stories of resilience, community, and imagination at our site. Our new building opens later this year–be one of the first to host an event in this spectacular space.

    Ideal For:

    • Cultural and Community Happenings
    • Corporate Events
    • Social Gathering
    • Cultural and Community Happenings
    • Educational Programs
    • Performances
    • And more!

    Ready to make history with your event? Contact us to discuss your vision, schedule a tour once we’re open, and explore the endless possibilities our space has to offer by filling out the interest form below.

    Interest Form: Coming Soon

    Venue Highlights

    1. Historical Significance
      Our space is not a typical venue; it’s a journey through time. Our new museum building is located in the former Jane Addams Homes, one of the earliest public housing sites in Chicago.
    2. Versatile Spaces
      From intimate gatherings and community meetings to grand celebrations, our venue adapts to your needs. We offer a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces for a truly customizable experience.
    3. Interactive Exhibits
      Engage your guests with thought-provoking exhibitions that tell the powerful stories of public housing residents. Spark conversations and create meaningful memories against the backdrop of our immersive displays.
    4. Community Connections
      By choosing our space, you support our mission to preserve, promote, and propel the history of public housing. Your event contributes to the ongoing narrative of community memory.

    Our New Spaces: Opening this Year!

    The new public art entrance external facade of the museum with a brightly colored glass atrium that mimics paint chips found in the Jane Addams Homes before construction began.
    Amanda Williams and Olek Jeyifous’s Thresholds public art entrance.
    Be the first inside.
    Our lobby.
    Rendering of the Music Room by Amy Reichert Architecture and Design (2) (1)
    Music Room exhibition curated by DJ Spinderella.
    animal court rendering
    Edgar Miller’s Animal Court sculpture garden.
    Bleachers Rendering
    Bleachers featuring recreated fabric cushions from public housing.
    Care to Look Door Rendering
    Exhibitions of public housing artifacts.
    Sled Rendering
    Installations that reveal history.

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