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  • August 2024

  • Thu 29

    Docent Tour: A Regional Tour of American Indian Cultures

    August 29, 2024 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CDT
    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Stop in for a 60-minute tour through our main exhibit A Regional Tour of American Indian Cultures with one of our docents on select days this summer! Thursday tours are with Corrine, please pay at the door upon arrival. Tours start promptly at 6:30pm, meet at the Child of the Clouds statue.  Tour rates are: […]

  • September 2024

  • Sat 7

    Family Day 2024

    September 7, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm CDT
    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Join us for an afternoon of family crafts, storytelling, native food, shop at our Artists Alley, enjoy live music, and so much more!     Throughout the event you can visit info booths to learn more about other incredible work being done by our partnering organizations. Visit our Artists Alley to shop at a handful […]

  • Sat 28

    Evanston Ecology Center Presents: Harvest Fest

    September 28, 2024 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm CDT
    Eggleston Park
  • Sun 29

    CAICC Education Committee Game Day Fundraiser

    September 29, 2024 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm CDT
    Wrigley Field 1060 W Addison St., Chicago, IL, United States

    The CAICC Education Committee invites you to our Game Day Fundraiser. Join us forthe last game of the regular season at Wrigley Field! A portion of the proceeds from each ticket purchased through this offer will be donated to support the work of CAICC'sEducation Committee, whose mission is to provide, advocate, and support an inter-tribal […]

  • October 2024

  • Mon 14

    Indigenous Peoples’ Day

    October 14, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm CDT
    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors the culture and history of Native people past, present, and future. Join us at the Mitchell Museum to celebrate the diversity and vibrancy of Indigenous cultures with FREE admission to the museum all day. Bring your friends and your family to enrich your understanding of Indigenous histories and cultures and enjoy […]

  • Mon 14

    Indigenous Peoples’ Day Powwow

    Featured October 14, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm CDT
    ETHS Field House 1600 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL, United States

    Thank you for attending the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian's first-ever community powwow in partnership with Evanston Township High School. This historic community event celebrated our forthcoming rebranding and honors the achievements of Illinois's Native community, including the state-wide inclusion of Indigenous histories in public schools and the establishment of the state's first Indian […]

  • Fri 18

    An Evening of Storytelling

    October 18, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm CDT
    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    CNAIR Artist and Elders in Residence Full Schedule October 8 - 18, 2024FERN RENVILLE  Fern Renville is a storyteller, artist, playwright, and enrolled citizen of the Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate. Fern lives in St. Paul, Minnesota, where she is currently investigating the role of nettle fiber in Dakota material culture as a Native Artist in Residence […]

  • Mon 28

    Corn Husk Bat Workshop

    October 28, 2024 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm CDT
    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Visit the Mitchell Museum on Monday, October 28th between 4-6pm to make corn husk bats for spooky season! These cute bats are a neat way to use the husks of corn as fall decor for more than one fall season! Camille will be hosting the workshop in our library space wearing her favorite spooky season […]

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  • November 2024

  • Sat 16

    47th Annual Benefit

    Featured November 16, 2024 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm CST
    PALMHOUSE 619 Howard Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    You're Invited to the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian 47th Annual Benefit Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024 Time: VIP Reception and Book Signing-5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Gala-6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Guest of Honor: Sean Sherman (Oglala Lakota), award-winning chef, educator, author, and activist Location: Palmhouse, 619 Howard Street, Evanston, IL 60202   Chef Sean Sherman Founder/Senior Director […]

  • Wed 27

    November Free Day

    November 27, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm CST
    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Join us for a day of free admission at the Mitchell Museum on Wednesday, November 27th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you to our Sponsor Grace Lutheran Church.Our monthly Museum Free Days will now include Indigenous Artists Pop-Up Markets! Each month, visit and shop with different local Indigenous artists. Featured Artists this […]

  • Sat 30

    Dagwaagin(Fall) Artist Market – Small Business Saturday

    November 30, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm CST
    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

      Dagwaagin (Fall) Artist Market - Small Business Saturday This program honors Native American entrepreneurs and brings together innovative Native artists, business owners, leaders, and creators with community members, buyers, and potential clients. Participating Indigenous artists and entrepreneurs will have the chance to share their arts and crafts, contributions, accomplishments, and professional services with the […]

  • December 2024

  • Mon 30

    December Free Day

    December 30, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm CST
    Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum 3001 Central Street, Evanston, IL, United States

    Join us for a day of free admission at Gichigamiin Indigenous Nations Museum on Monday, December 30th, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thank you to our Sponsor Grace Lutheran Church.Our monthly Museum Free Days will now include Indigenous Artists Pop-Up Markets! Each month, visit and shop with different local Indigenous artists. Booth spots […]

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Admission Hours

Monday10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM — 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM — 3:00 PM
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Address: 3001 Central Street Evanston, IL 60201
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Admission Rates

Tribal Citizens: FREE with ID
Mitchell Members ($40+/year): FREE

Seniors (60 & up): $6.00
Adults (18-59): $8.00
Youth (3-17): $6.00
Children Under 3: Free

Students, Teachers, and Professors (with ID):
$6.00

Active Military & Family (with ID):
FREE Memorial Day thru Labor Day

*Special Events & Program may require an additional fee.

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