America's first planned industrial town, built in the 1880s by railroad car magnate George Pullman for his workers. Now a national monument preserving the historic buildings and telling the story of labor history, the 1894 Pullman Strike, and African American workers.
Good to know
- Hours
- Wed–Sun 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Best for
- history, labor history, architecture
Location
11141 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
41.7086, -87.6095 View on map
Tips for visiting
- A hidden gem on Chicago's Far South Side. The Pullman Visitor Center offers free guided tours on weekends.