Established as a National Monument in 2015, Pullman is an important addition to the National Park service as one of the few sites in the system commemorating the nation's labor history. Few sites of any kind in the U.S. are as important to the history of working people. The struggles that workers and their unions engaged in at Pullman, especially the 1893 strike, shaped the U.S. labor movement. What makes Pullman especially unique is that so much of the original architecture of the community has been preserved. Walking into Pullman is like walking back into the late 19th century, but not in the faux, kitschy way of many "living history" sites, but instead into a real, living community and one in which many residents continue to embrace the communities historic significance and continue the struggles started by their predecessors over 100 years ago. Best time to visit Pullman is during their annual Labor Day celebration. Make sure to stop at the visitor's center and take a walking tour of the community.

I went to the museum yesterday with my grandson, and I was very disappointed. They had a lot of stuff to read but I thought it would be more visual. An exhibit says a thousand words. The whole experience took all of 10 minutes. I, wanted to see more about the Black Porters, and the injustices they endured. A special section should’ve been reserved just for them. And they could’ve made a least one train car like it was in the past. After we left, I look at the whole building, and it is about a block long, so they do have room to grow. I can’t see anyone traveling from New York or California or any other state coming here to see this Exhibit, it’s really not worth it. But I know it can be much, much better. Thank you everyone for your efforts. But I know it can be better. This can be the jewel of Chicago. But, if this is all that the budget allows. Then that’s that….and never mind.

The District is truly beautiful and so photogenic. The museum though, while in the huge building with the clock is only a tiny space with no other areas accessible which was disappointing. No Pullman car which I would have hoped for. The displays btw have some nice educational points about discrimination as well as union and worker rights. The real beauty is the surrounding areas directly north and south of the museum. Free with plenty of free parking.
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Great place to visit. Very knowledgeable staff and volunteers. A wealth of information with wonderful context. Access to the community is right across the street where you can get a walking tour to see houses on the interior and also you get to see the large Hotel Florence. Hopefully the hotel finds additional funding to be restored.
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Free

Great new National Monument. Knowledgeable and friendly staff. Although we had a short covid wait to get in, the place is nice. Hopefully someday someone will donate a Pullman car to the park. I see a lot of potential with this park. It is good to walk around and get a good understanding of the efficient manufacturing and how some employees lived in the company houses.

This is a gem of a place and neighborhood in the city. If you have not been here, you are missing a pivotal part of history. Take a nice day and explore by walking the blocks of row houses and the visitors center. Well worth it.
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Weekend
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No
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Free

I feel like the National Parks Service monument and site is more comprehensive in scope than the local historical society. The monument itself (Admin building, gate and ruins) and the surrounding neighborhood to the south (walking up and down the streets to see the 1880s townhouses and standalone homes) are all worth seeing.

I last saw Pullman in 1986, when it first opened as a park. It has improved a lot since then. It's an important place in American labor, railroad, and architectural history - and it's beautiful.
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Free

The Pullman State Historic Site is has been designated Pullman National Monument by President Barack Obama. I have passed by the historical former train car factory since childhood. It gives me a sense of pride to see the Southside of Chicago have this honor. I also stopped by the Pullman Visitor's Center.

Very nice quiet neighborhood. Lots of historical background. I grew up in Pullman. They have tours so you can really get the feel of the homes that were built in the 1800s. Also garden tours. Pullman is being revamped. Lots of new businesses in the neighborhood. Take a tour. I'm sure you'll enjoy it!

10/10 would recommend taking one of Ranger-led tours, really gives some great texture to all that you will see and learn at the space. Just make sure to check the website ahead as some schedules change with seasons.
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Weekday
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The history of the area is very interesting. It will be do much nicer when the finish the renovations of the factory and the Florence Hotel. The man that greeted us at the visitors center was knowledgeable and really personable. He made us feel right at home and welcome.

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Ranger Linda was an immense help and extremely kind. She gave us a good introduction to the site and helped us understand the additional buildings in the surrounding area. She also helped with a local ice cream recommendation. Thanks!

It was interesting. Alot of reading . Which for me not great. really wanted to see more train cars and how maybe they put them together . Along with how it was back then. My son enjoyed it as a train enthusiasts so can't complain too much.

This address may have been a museum, but it was originally the Hotel Florence and is now being restored as such. Not much sightseeing other than to walk around it and read the signs. Do not start here. Start at the visitors center.

WoW what a difference a year makes The new/restored visitor center is very nice You can also do a self-guided or ranger tour of the property. It also does an exemplary job of representing the true Pullman. Definitely worth a stop.

Very informative. It’s a great history lesson for the creation of Unions. I would of like more displays honoring the Pullman Porters because without them, Pullman would not have been a staple in luxurious travel accommodations.

We did the annual house walk. The homes were beautiful and all unique from each other. We had some tasty grilled food outside of the visitors center while listening to a local band. I would definitely do it again.

Great and informative national and state park. Highly recommend because of the National importance that Pullman's model town, the trains, and strikes have had on the overall development of our country.

Went to the Pullman house walk, very interesting to see the old architecture.
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Weekend
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Reservation recommended
No
Price for adult entry
Free

Terrific day trip for history or architecture lovers. Be sure to call ahead for a guided tour of both the Florence Hotel and the Pullman Factory. Neighborhood walking tours are self guided.

Very knowledgeable and very friendly staff. Ranger walks available at 10am and 2pm....45 minutes around the Pullman grounds. Very NEW & CLEAN visitor's center~interactive and informative!

Loved the exhibits that centered around the boom of the industrial age and the start of unionized workers. There is more to see and ponder. I will be back and continue my tour!

Very interesting place and we enjoyed our National park guide! Very knowledgeable.
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Modern exhibits give a thorough but digestible experience as to why the site is so important to US history, especially labor. Well preserved neighborhood to walk around too.

Great museum and always love coming here.
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Free

Very interesting. Staff was extremely helpful.
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Free

A very interesting piece of Chicago history.
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Best free place in South side take a day.
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I thought this would just be a train museum, but you actually learn a lot about the labor movement! Takes a while to get to, but it's definitely worth a visit!

Excellent experience! This a great addition to the NPS affiliate sites.
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Weekend
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Free

Thomas was an amazing, knowledgeable tour guide and everyone working in the visitor's center was great! We learned so much about the history of Pullman.

Wonderful experience informed historians new facilities.
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Beautiful area, the factory complex and Hotel Florence are amazing pieces of history. There are tours on certain Sundays. There's a cafe.

Give yourself a few hours and good shoes. Fascinating place! Take the train from Chicago and the stop is across the street.

The people and workers are very polite. Learned about the neighborhoods history and it was very fun, but educational.

Unique situation where a not for profit is subsidizing the park service. Fascinating piece of history to be sure.

A MUST stop for learning the history of Pullman.
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Weekday
Price for adult entry
Free

Really well done museum, appreciated the insight's they shared and walking map they gave us to see the area.

A national treasure in the south side of Chicago. Wonderful museum and a neighborhood walk frozen in time.

Had a great visit, I look forward to coming back in a couple years when the new “old” building is open.

This is a great place to find out what our an sisters did in the past my uncle was a Pullman porter

Beautiful architecture quiet nice place to read a book or just relax with a cup of coffee.

Wow
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Weekend
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Free

It's beautiful! I learned a lot! You have to go to see for yourself To much for words.

The famous Pullman train cars were built here. Also hallowed ground for the hobos.

Lovely visitor centre. We were surprised by the sheer size. Informative exhibit.

Fantastic! Can't wait to see the full vision of the site and the Pullman story!

We liked to walk there. You can find 2 beautiful alleys with the old paintings

Rich history! Really enjoyed walking the neighborhood and the visitors center

It is very helpful and gives me alot of info about the pullman district.

怎麼說呢。Google Map看到的照片好像都不是實際看到的，要事先預約Tour的樣子，這個點是鐵鎖和圍籬擋住，看不到甚麼東西，有點可惜。

Well organized, with a friendly staff and very informative exhibits.

Very interesting and the park ranger was knowledgeable and friendly!

Great Staff with "Grace and Sarah." Customer Service was grade A.

Had a blast and learned some good things about Pullman history.

Check it out! Great history lesson and just A Beautiful Place.

Very interesting history. Learned things not taught in school.

Everybody should know the history and significance of Pullman!

Outstanding National park site. Quinn the anger was awesome.

Beautiful. Well kept. Well designed. Best park rangers ever.

Great exhibit, tour, and staff. Worth a stop and visit.

As seen in the Zanucks film "The Road to Perdition."

Super interesting location with lots of history

Chicago union history as made here. Very cool.

Enjoyed the park rangers. Very well informed

Rangers were excellent tour was nice thanks

great history and a beautiful historic site

Awesome, educational and we'll put together

Really worth a stop - fascinating history

Nice place to learn history. Awesome new

A place where community comes together!

Loved the tour and information learned.

Neglected and in tumbledown condition.

Quiet, serene. Full of Pokémon stops!

A great place to take your family.

A quick stop for junior rangers

Pullman lame and boring...

Great Chicago history!

Small but informative

Cool places to visit

Friendly staff!

Beautiful place

Beautiful!

Awesome!

Exelente

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