Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies

Exploring Jewish Learning and Culture


Visiting Spertus

Directions and Parking

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Spertus is located at 610 S. Michigan Avenue, directly across the street from Chicago's Grant Park. [ Directions and map ]

There are a variety of nearby parking options, and access to Spertus is convenient by public transportation with CTA, Metra and PACE stops nearby.

Accessibility

Spertus welcomes all visitors and is committed to making its facilities and programs accessible to people with special needs. Elevator and ramp access is available to all areas of the building.* Transcripts of all museum audio guides are available upon request, and transcripts of lectures are available with two-weeks advance notice. Visitors who are blind or have limited vision may request free, guided tours of the museum. For additional information on accessibility, please inquire with visitor services at 312.322.1700.

*Please note: some areas of the Gray Children's Center have limited wheelchair accessibility.

Hours

Spertus Museum
Sunday-Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 3 pm

Spertus College Office hours
Monday-Thursday 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 3 pm
Closed Saturday and Sunday

Asher Library
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm
Monday-Wednesday 10 am - 6 pm
Thursday 10 am - 7 pm
Friday 10 am - 3 pm
(Closed 2:15 pm Fridays during winter)

Spertus Shop
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm
Monday-Thursday 10 am - 6 pm
Friday 10 am - 3 pm
http://www.spertusshop.org

Spertus Café by Wolfgang Puck
Sunday 10:30 am - 4 pm
Monday-Thursday 11 am - 5 pm
Friday 11 am - 3 pm

Spertus is closed from sunset Friday to sunset Saturday for the Jewish Sabbath

Spertus Museum Admission
General admission: $7
Students and seniors: $5
Spertus members and
  children under five: free

Free for everyone:
Tuesdays 10 am - 12 noon
and Thursdays 2 - 6 pm

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Spertus is a Jewish institution grounded in Jewish values that invites people of all ages and backgrounds to explore the multi-faceted Jewish experience. Through its innovative public programming, exhibitions, collections, research facilities and degree programs, Spertus inspires learning, serves diverse communities and fosters understanding for Jews and people of all faiths, locally, regionally and around the world.

610 S. Michigan Avenue | Chicago, IL 60605 | 312.322.1700