Chicago, Illinois 60637

(773) 947-0600

Contact:

740 East 56th Place

Raymond Ward
(773) 947-0600 ext 228
rward@dusablemuseum.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

DuSABLE MUSEUM AND ILLINOIS HOLOCAUST MUSEUM
JOIN FORCES FOR UNIQUE PARTNERSHIP
Chicago, IL. (1 August 2015) --- Our shared histories of intolerance and oppression
have forged amazing stories of perseverance and resilience which should be shared
and preserved. To that end, The DuSable Museum of African American History
(DSM) and Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center (IHMEC) are proud
to announce a joint reciprocal program for members which will begin September 1,
2015.
DuSable Museum Members are invited to present their Membership Card at the
IHMEC and receive the following benefits:
*Free General Admission for two (2) adults and all accompanying children under the age
of 18
*10% discount in the Legacy Shop
*Invitations to special Members-Only events and programs at the IHMEC
*The opportunity to join IHMECs Membership mailing list for exclusive promotions and
information about upcoming programs and special exhibitions.
Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center Members are invited to present
their Membership Card at the DSM and receive the following benefits:
*Free General Admission for two (2) adults and all accompanying children under the age
of 18
*10% discount in The Trading Post (The Museum Store)
*Invitations to special Members-Only events and programs at the DSM
*The opportunity to join IHMECs Membership mailing list for exclusive promotions and
information about upcoming programs and special exhibitions.
The Illinois Holocaust Museum & Educational Center is located at 9603 Woods Drive in
Skokie, Illinois. Museum hours are:

Weekdays, 10:00 AM 5:00 PM

Thursdays, 10:00 AM 8:00 PM
Weekends, 10:00 AM 5:00 PM
For Museum information please call 847-967-4800
About The DuSable Museum of African American History
The DuSable Museum of African American History is one of the oldest institutions of its kind in the
country. Our mission is to collect, preserve and display artifacts and objects that promote understanding and
inspire appreciation of the achievements, contributions and experiences of African Americans through
exhibits, programs and activities that illustrate African and African American history, culture and art. For
more information on the Museum and its programs, please call (773) 947-0600 or visit us at
www.dusablemuseum.org

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