All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded.
Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came together in Pullman, a planned industrial community famed for its urban design and architecture.
Photo: NPS Image/Daniel Pels
Pullman National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined.
- LocationChicago, IL
- Entrance No fee listed
- HoursToday: Closed
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Weather now79°F Clear
- Alerts 1 active alert
Overview
Topics
- African American Heritage
- Architecture and Building
- Civil Rights
- Engineering
- Factories
- Industry
- Labor Movement
- Laborer and Worker
6 more topics
- Military
- Social Movements
- Trains and Railroads
- Transportation
- Urban America
- US Army
Alerts (1)
CautionRoad Construction Near the Park There is road construction near the park visitor center along 111th St. and S. Cottage Avenue. Please use caution and al… Read more
There is road construction near the park visitor center along 111th St. and S. Cottage Avenue. Please use caution and allow extra travel time when visiting. Construction is expected to last through the fall. In addition, on occasion the vehicle entrance for parking at 610 E. 111th street is limited to one lane.
Things to Do
7 experiences from the National Park Service. Check details on NPS.gov before you go.
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Become a Pullman Junior Ranger
Become a Junior Ranger at Pullman National Historical Park
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Explore the National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum
Fee applies
This important museum details the struggle of African Americans in the Pullman Company to obtain representation and rights, and the role of A. Philip Randolph, chief organizer of what eventually…
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Take a Pullman Ranger-Guided Tour
Reservation required
Park Ranger Tours
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Take a Self-Guided Tour of Pullman
Our partner, the Friends of Pullman National Historical Park, offers a free self-guided walking/driving tour pamphlet. It is available at the Pullman Exhibit Hall and the Administration-Clock Tower…
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View the Hotel Florence
The Hotel Florence is a former hotel, designed by architect Solon Spencer Beman as part of the planned industrial community of Pullman. Although the building, owned by the Illinois Department of…
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Visit the Friends of Pullman National Historical Park Pullman Exhibit Hall
Fee applies
Visit the Historic Pullman Exhibit Hall located at Cottage Grove and 112th Street. Volunteers and partners from the Friends of Pullman National Historical Park are on-hand to answer questions and…
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Visit the National Park Service Pullman Visitor Center
The Pullman company became known for creating luxurious train cars, but its workers would help form a lasting legacy through their stories.Start at the Pullman National Historical Park Visitor Center…
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Facilities & Services
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Visitor Centers
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Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor Center
Visitor Center
Start your visit at the Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor Center located at the corner of 111th street and Cottage Grove Ave. Park staff and volunteers are…
610 E. 111th Street, Chicago, IL (773) 928-7257 Directions
Details
Start your visit at the Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor Center located at the corner of 111th street and Cottage Grove Ave. Park staff and volunteers are on-hand to answer questions and provide suggestions on how to enjoy your visit to the National Historical Park. Informational displays and artifacts available.
Plan Your Visit
Hours
Today: Closed · Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor Center
Hours details
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Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor CenterToday: Closed
Pullman National Historical Park is a living, historic neighborhood composed of primarily private residences. Due to it being an active neighborhood just as in any other urban area, visitors are free to explore whenever they feel comfortable. The Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor Center is open to the public.
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Thursday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Friday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Saturday 10:00AM - 4:00PM Sunday 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Entrance fees
No entrance fees listed.
Address
610 E. 111th StreetChicago, IL 60628
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Weather & conditions
79°F
Clear · feels like 79°
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87° 64°
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Tomorrow
84° 70°
Sunny57% rain
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Wednesday
71° 60°
Overcast89% rain
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What to expect by season
The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Chicago winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 26 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with an average temperature around 72 degrees (F). Average annual total rainfall is about 36". Snowfall in the winter is moderate with an average total snowfall of about 38".
Upcoming Events
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Daily Ranger Guided Tours
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Join us for our daily ranger guided tour! Get an overview of what makes Pullman special. Each tour last approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Tours are offered at 1 pm.
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Lunch and Learn: A Grave of Stone and Iron: The Mystery of Pullman's Burial
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George Pullman died on October 19, 1897, and legend has it he was laid to rest in a "grave of stone and iron," protected for eternity by rail ties, asphalt, and concrete to prevent angry workers from desecrating his remains. Join a park ranger for a 30-minute virtual excavation where we'll dig through fact and fiction in an attempt to get to the bottom of this famous urban legend.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/92422038830
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Open House Chicago 2026
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Open House Chicago is returning to Pullman!
We are excited to participate in the Chicago Architecture Center’s annual celebration of the city’s architecture and neighborhoods, Open House Chicago 2026 on October 17-18.
Make a day of your visit and explore several participating sites throughout the Pullman neighborhood. In addition to the NPS Visitor Center, you can discover more of the community’s history at these other sites:
-Pullman State Historic Site (610 E. 111th St. Chicago, IL 60628)
-The Florence Lowden Miller Historic Pullman Center (614 E. 113th St. Chicago, IL 60628)
-Greater Tabernacle Cathedral (11300 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Chicago, IL 60628)
From industry and architecture to labor, community, and faith, each site offers a different window into the stories that have shaped Pullman.
Come explore, ask questions, and experience historic Pullman during Open House Chicago 2026!
Photos
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Getting There
Chicago, IL 60628
The Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor Center is located at the corner of 111th Street and S. Cottage Grove Avenue.
Full directions
The parking lot entrance on 111th Street (DO NOT drive through the historic stone worker's gate entrance).
Mailing address: 610 E. 111th Street, Chicago, IL 60628
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