My second visit to the Driehaus Museum this year. Was so impressed my first visit that I wanted my wife to get a chance to see this wonderful place while the French poster exhibit was still on display. The posters are from the owner's personal...More

This relatively small museum is actually a former large mansion off of Noth Michigan Avenue, It is slightly quirky, we were greeted at the front door, by a volunteer, who led us to a back room where we transacted our entrance fees. The museum had...More

While visiting Chicago for baseball we ran across the Dreihaus Museum. It was two blocks from the Omni Hotel and we were very fortunate in discovering this gem. The plus was the L'Affichomania: The Passion for French Posters Exhibit. I would recommend the docent tour...More

We happened upon this museum on a walk. While the outside is a stately example of old Chicago, we were not expecting the amazing workmanship inside. We paid extra for the tour and felt it was worth it as we learned more details we would...More

On a recent trip to Chicago we were trying to find activities associated with Bastille Day (14 July). While there were a number of activities around the city one of the suggested sites to visit was the Driehaus Museum. It is an elegant and old...More

I've seen Biltmore and although it is bigger, the Driehaus beats it hands down for quality. The restoration of the house is exquisite. The use of marble and other stone around the house is amazing. The abundance of Tiffany lamps makes it worth the trip...More

My most recent visit was to see the French Poster exhibit which was fantastic. Would recommend renting the audio phone for full details. Always visit at Christmas. The furnishings and ornamentation of this place make it a true jewel and so close to the Mag...More

A nice house museum with interesting exhibits. I saw the "Dressing Downton" temporary exhibit here. Enjoyed both the temp. exhibit and still learned about the house as well.

We took an afternoon docent tour at the Driehaus and learned and saw a fabulous elegant home from the past. The rooms were filled with furniture, paintings, and room decor from the 1890's. What a find in crowed Chicago, an oasis of wonderful household items...More

Beautiful museum and an enjoyable experience when you don't feel like being in one of the cities massive museum spaces. They have a lovely collection in an old home here, I've gone to their programs as well and had a wonderful time.