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Skip the Line: Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center Ticket

Skip the Line: Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center Ticket

Overview

The mission of Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center is expressed in its founding principle: “Remember the Past, Transform the Future.” The Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the Holocaust by honoring the memories of those who were lost and by teaching universal lessons that combat hatred, prejudice, and indifference.

Illinois Holocaust Museum is an award-winning attraction offering unforgettable experiences. Travel through history as you explore life before, during, and after the Holocaust. Step into an authentic German rail car, visit impressive galleries and contemplative spaces, both indoors and out. Leave inspired to make a difference and take a stand for humanity.

The Museum is fully open to the public Wednesdays - Sundays from 10 am – 5 pm, with last entry at 4:00 pm.

City: Illinois

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $18.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $18.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Self-guided audio tours

Virtual Reality Experiences & Survivor Stories Experience holographic theater (reservation required)

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Skokie
9603 Woods Dr

Please refer to our website for the most up-to-date COVID policies: https://ihm.ec/safetyprotocol

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
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
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

What To Expect

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.

Cancellation Policy

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

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1998clark

Jul 2019

The hologram exhibit was very informative. You could ask the hologram questions about the time he spent in the camp. Very real-like. The exhibits showed what people suffered through. The interviews were eye-opening and really made you think about what happened. Very well displayed.

Letsg0m0m

Jun 2019

This was one of the most interesting Holocaust museums we have ever seen (and we have been to Washington DC and Yad Vashem). Instead of trying to overwhelm you with tons of artifacts, this museum focuses on the individuals that perished and survived. There are many donations from local survivors. Make sure to go a docent tour to get the most out of your experience. Also, don't miss the Hologram presentation where you get to ask questions of a survivor's hologram. Wonderful experience!

SMLeek69

Jun 2019

My friend who resides in Evanston, Illinois took me to IHM&EC during my visit in January 2019. I have twice visited Dacha Concentration Camp Memorial Site near Munich, Bavaria, FRG so I was prepared for this visit. The IHM&EC is a state of the art museum & facility. The history of the Holocaust is presented with artifacts, personal correspondences and recorded oral stories of many of the survivors and/or their family members. I knew alot of what had occured but this exhibit provided me with much more personal stories & information. The displays are very well organized with much detail. I was very impressed by all aspects of this museum and their mission of educating the areas school children so that future generations will never forget the horrors & atrocities that occured. I highly reccomend the IHM&EC as a must visit for all people.