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International Museum of Surgical Science
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International Museum of Surgical Science

Housed in a 1917 mansion overlooking Lake Michigan, the International Museum of Surgical Science (IMSS) is home to a diverse collection of artifacts and artwork spanning the history and advancement of medicine and surgery.

Founded in 1954 as a division of the International College of Surgeons, IMSS continues to strive to uphold its mission: to enrich people's lives by enhancing their appreciation and understanding of the history, development, and advances of surgery and related subjects in health and medicine.

Location:
1524 N. Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60610
Hours:
  • Closed on Mondays
  • Tuesday - Thursday, 10 am - 5 pm
  • Friday - Saturday, 10 am - 9 pm
  • Sunday, 10 am - 5 pm
Admission:

Adult $22; student, senior (65+) and active military $16; children 4 - 13 $12

Website:
For additional information please visit http://www.imss.org
Accessibility:
  • Accessible wheelchair entrance on north side of building
  • Elevator
CTAPublic Transportation:

El: Red Line to Clark and Division. Bus: 72, 73, 151. For travel information, visit www.transitchicago.com

Parking:

$9 with museum validation at four locations: 1600 N. Lake Shore Dr. (North Avenue Beach), 1601 N. Clark St. (Chicago History Museum), 1350 N. Lake Shore Dr., 1445 N. State Parkway

International Museum of Surgical Science
1524 N. Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago IL 60610
Phone: 312.642.6502

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