Special Black History Month Schedule! The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is open every day this month from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
If anyone ever doubted the critical importance of learning our history, let the current news be an example. All people, Americans in particular, need to be educated on history, for their own benefit and for the benefit of future generations.
The struggle continues.
It never stopped.
There is much work to do, and it begins with each of us.
Perri Irmer
President and CEO
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center
Special Black History Month Schedule! The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center is open every day this month from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
THE MUSEUM WILL BE OPEN EVERY DAY FOR THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY.
Black History Month at the Du
In loving memory of Dexter Scott King, a beacon of strength, justice, and empowerment. As the youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, Dexter had an unforgettable impact on civil rights.
The DuSable mourns the loss of a genuine activist and compassionate leader. May his legacy continue to inspire and guide us. Rest in power, Dexter Scott King.
REV. JESSE JACKSON.
Oct 08, 1941—Feb 17, 2026
Statement from The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center on the death of the Reverend Jesse Jackson.
Chicago, the United States, and the world have lost a towering icon of the civil rights movement. From Selma to South Africa, and from the streets of Chicago’s South Side to the global stage, Reverend Jesse L. Jackson Sr. devoted his life to the pursuit of justice and equality.
He championed economic opportunity for communities of color, fought tirelessly to protect voting rights, and helped lay the groundwork for the election of the first Black president of the United States. His leadership reshaped public discourse and changed the lives of millions.
Rev. Jackson was not simply a witness to history — he was a maker of history.
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center mourns his passing and honors his extraordinary legacy of courage, conviction, and impact. We remain committed to preserving and advancing the ideals for which he fought.
In 2022, over Juneteenth weekend, The DuSable Museum of African American
History embarked on a transformative journey after more than 60 years, marking
a new era as The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center.
The new name serves as a powerful reiteration of our commitment to educate all
people about Black history, culture, and experiences. It also acknowledges the
rich tapestry of global connections and diverse cultures among Black people
across the Diaspora.
Upcoming Events
The DuSable Museum is proud of its diverse holdings that number more than 15,000 pieces and include paintings, sculpture, print works and historical memorabilia. Special exhibitions, workshops and lectures are featured to highlight works by particular artists, historical events or collections on loan from individuals or institutions.
