National Veterans Art Museum - Art museum in Chicago - 4041 N Milwaukee Ave 2nd floor, USA

I didn't know this museum existed, but after seeing it on Google Maps I wanted to stop by. Admission to NVAM is totally free; I do recommend showing supporting with a small donation or purchasing something from the shop. The space is smaller than expected, but it's filled with a variety of art and you can spend quite a bit of time going through everything. My husband and I spent about an hour and a half and the location wasn't crowded at all so we didn't feel rushed at all. If you're already going to be in the area or you're another Chicago vet looking for a cool museum, I highly recommend this place. :)

We arrived and tried to enter, but the call box at the first floor of the building wasn't answered by anyone, and the door was locked. Google and the NAVM website both indicated that the museum was open today, right now, but the door was locked and no one was answering. We even called the NAVM phone number listed on their website and no one answered. What a disappointment. I've wanted to visit this museum for many years and we finally had the opportunity, driving through Chicago, and we couldn't even get in the door.

Having the dog tags as the main picture for the exhibit is misleading. I traveled all the way from Virginia to see a relatives tags and the staff said they were moved to the 4th floor of the Harold Washington Library Center. Not a far drive but why mislead people to see your exhibit?

Sombering yet educating. Plus a suprise bonus was this was free. Some of the work and pictures were not child friendly due to the nature of war but i was Very happy to viait. The exhibit to honor those killed in vietnam via the dog tag display was at the public library downtown so a second trip is needes to see it all. Definately a Must stop for history and military buffs.

Smaller than I anticipated, but the exhibits were impactful. The host was informative.

Wow!! The exhibits really show what was going thru the mind of Vietnam Vets. It's very sad, but informative. Everyone should experience this to understand our Veterans better. Thank you to all who served! 🇺🇲

When you go there, remember it is about veterans working through their life experiences. I found it a great exhibit and the staff on site were very nice people to talk to. They have events at this museum, I would recommend of you have a chance to attend one and show your support for these men and women whom have given you the freedom.

It seems little is known about this wonderful museum on the north west side of the city, at Irving Park & Cicero, but it's definitely worth visiting. As you can imagine, the artwork is powerful & moving, no matter what your views or experiences are related to war, service, or being a veteran. The artwork is well done, spans many different war experiences, and includes installations that are so great they must be experienced. I went when they had an artist set up in the museum, working in a "living studio," where you could watch her work or join her to create a collaborative piece. I'm looking forward to seeing what they will do next - they're so creative.