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General All-Inclusive Museum Admission

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From 2 hours to 4 hours
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What You Will Do

Stories of hatred, prejudice, and inhumanity make headlines every day. The Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center honors the memory of all who were killed during the Holocaust and inspires people of all ages to stand up for what’s right turning the powerful lessons of history into positive actions today. Tour the Karkomi Holocaust Exhibition which weaves history with stories of Holocaust Survivors through their personal belongings, photographs, historical records, and testimony. Don’t miss the Journey Back: an award-winning VR Experience which takes visitors on through their experiences during and just after the Holocaust. Visit the Cooper Holographic Theater which pairs 3-D Survivor interviews with voice recognition technology, enabling them to tell their stories and respond to questions from the audience. The Miller Family Youth Exhibition offers younger visitors (8-12) an interactive learning experience that empowers them to stand up for others and themselves.

What's Included?

  • Other
  • 3-D Holographic Survivor Stories Experience (reserve upon arrival)
  • The Journey Back Virtual Reality Experience (reserve upon arrival)

What's Not Included?

  • None

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, 9603 Woods Dr

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Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center

The 65,000-square-foot Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center is a museum that serves as a memorial to families that perished during the Holocaust and the additional millions lost but also where young minds learn the terrible dangers of prejudice and hatred. When coming to the Museum, visitors have a range of experiences to explore. They can meet virtual Holocaust Survivors at the Museum’s Abe & Ida Cooper Survivor Stories Experience exhibition, featuring our holographic theater, where technology enables Survivor holograms to tell their deeply moving personal stories and respond to questions from the audience, inviting visitors to a personalized, one-on-one conversation. They also can explore 2 temporary exhibits, the Take a Stand Center, our core Karkomi Holocaust Exhibition and our children's exhibition, Make A Difference! The Harvey L. Miller Family Youth Exhibition, for ages 8-12 and with a focus on character education.

Additional Information

This activity is operated by Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not recommended for child aged 7 and under

Guide Options

  • Audio Guide - Russian
  • Audio Guide - Ukrainian
  • Audio Guide - Japanese
  • Audio Guide - English
  • Guide - English
  • Printed Guide - English
  • Audio Guide - Polish
  • Audio Guide - French
  • Audio Guide - Hebrew
  • Audio Guide - Spanish