The Gilded Progressive: Edith Wharton's Literary and Autobiographical Designs
Dr. Caroline Hellman discusses the great American writer and designer Edith Wharton. This program is free to the public. > Read more
Cranes, Dragons and Geishas: Metalwork of the Aesthetic Movement
In the final Nickerson Lecture of 2012, Anna Tobin D'Ambrosio from the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute in New York highlights the ornamental use of brass and other metals in late nineteenth-century American interior design. This program is free to the public. > Read more
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40 East Erie Street
Chicago, Illinois Get directions
Featured Program
Rembrandt Young Artists
Sunday, June 3
Hear the future of classical music at a free afternoon concert featuring the winners of the 2012 Rembrandt Chamber Players High School Chamber Music Competition. Read more
Featured Program
Classic Cars Father's Day
Sunday, June 17
To celebrate Father's Day this year, the Museum offers free admission for dads, a close-up glimpse of two vintage cars from the early 1900s, and tours that include a rare behind-the-scenes visit to Samuel M. Nickerson's billiards room. Read more
Featured Program
Help Wanted: The Summer Servants Tour
Monday, Wednesday and Friday, July 2 through September 14
In this new, interactive guided tour, Driehaus Museum guests have the unique opportunity to spend an evening exploring the secrets of the Nickerson Mansion servants’ quarters. Read more
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