Lincoln Square / Ravenswood
DANK Haus German American Cultural Center
4740 N. Western Ave.
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Saturday
10 AM - 5 PM
Sunday
10 AM - 3 PM
DETAILS:
The imposing DANK Haus building was originally home to the Three Links Association, a fraternal order. It was designed by architect Paul Gerhardt, who also designed the historic Cook County Hospital and Lane Technical High School, among other notable local works. In 1967, DANK (the Deutsch Amerikanischer National Kongress) purchased it to house their museum, art gallery, library and language school. Today, it offers more than 150 public cultural programs each year across 77,000 square feet of space. It is known by many Chicagoans for its large fifth-floor ballroom and outdoor terrace, but it contains many other hidden spaces and artifacts of interest.
VISITOR EXPERIENCE:
All six floors and the terrace of the DANK Haus will be open. The 3rd floor will be closed on Saturday until 12pm. Some optional guided tours will be offered, and the 2nd floor Brauhaus bar will be open both days, selling drinks and snacks.
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