Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies

Exploring Jewish Learning and Culture


 

Phone 312.322.1700

Hours

Spertus Museum

Sunday-Weds. 10 am-6 pm
Thursday 10 am-7 pm
Friday 10 am-3 pm

Spertus College

See course and program schedule.

Asher Library

Sunday 10 am-4 pm
Monday-Weds. 10 am-6 pm
Thursday 10 am-7 pm
Friday 10 am-3 pm
(closed 2:15 Fri. during winter)

Spertus Shop

Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Monday-Weds. 10 am-6:30 pm
Thursday 10 am-7 pm
Friday 10 am-3 pm
Always open online

Spertus Café
by Wolfgang Puck

Sunday 10 am-5 pm
Monday-Weds. 8:30 am-6 pm
Thursday 8:30 am-7 pm
Friday 8:30 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
Children under 5: Free
Spertus members: Free
Free for everyone:
• every Tuesday
from 10 am-12 noon
• every Thursday
from 3-7 pm

Visiting Spertus

spertus exterior facade closeup

Directions and Parking

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.

Spertus interior space

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Spertus invites people of all ages and backgrounds to explore the multifaceted 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, in Chicago, the Midwest, and around the world. Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies houses Spertus College, Spertus Museum, Asher Library, and the Spertus Shop.

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

For general inquiries please visit our contact page.