Pullman National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined.
Photo: NPS Image/Daniel Pels / NPS
About Pullman National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came together in Pullman, a planned industrial community famed for its urban design and architecture.
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Driving times from Pullman National Historical Park, one way, via road — a realistic day is 8–10 hours behind the wheel.
Hours
Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor Center
- Mon
- Closed
- Tue
- Closed
- Wed
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Thu
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Fri
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sat
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
- Sun
- 10:00AM - 4:00PM
Activities
Getting there
The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Chicago winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 26 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with an average temperature around 72 degrees (F). Average annual total rainfall is about 36". Snowfall in the winter is moderate with an average total snowfall of about 38".
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do at Pullman National Historical Park?
- Popular activities include Gift Shop and Souvenirs, Guided Tours, Museum Exhibits, Park Film, Self-Guided Tours - Auto, Self-Guided Tours - Walking.
- Which national parks are within a day's drive of Pullman National Historical Park?
- Within about a day's drive you can reach Indiana Dunes National Park (42 min), Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument (3 h 8 min), Lincoln Home National Historic Site (3 h 11 min), Herbert Hoover National Historic Site (3 h 29 min), Ice Age National Scenic Trail (3 h 42 min), River Raisin National Battlefield Park (4 h 7 min).