Experts' Choice Award Richard H. Driehaus Museum
7 expert reviews
“After passing through the hands of various owners over the years, philanthropist Richard H. Driehaus bought it in 2003 and completed major renovations, turning it into a museum. ”
– Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's "Steps away from the Magnificent Mile, the former Samuel Mayo Nickerson mansion has lavish interiors with 19th-century furniture and objets d'art." Full review
Frommer's "Investment advisor Richard H. Driehaus is one of Chicago's leading philanthropists and a passionate supporter of historic architecture." Full review
Where "The historic 24,000-square-foot Samuel M. Nickerson mansion in downtown’s Streeterville neighborhood houses this museum of decorative arts. " Full review
Time Out "The Driehaus Museum will display silver pieces designed and produced by Gorham Manufacturing Company and Tiffany & Company, which were showcased at the exposition." Full review
Time Out "Housed inside the mansion built by 19th-century liquor-magnate Samuel M Nickerson, the immaculately rehabbed “marble palace” is also a shining example of building preservation." Full review
Frommer's "The art inside is a combination of art owned by the Nickerson family, along with the Driehaus collection, which includes an extensive array of glass from Louis Comfort Tiffany." Full review
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Although self-guided audio tours are available, I highly recommend taking one of the staff-guided tours offered throughout the day (tours focus on the house, the revolving second-floor exhibits, or both, and cost only $5 more than general admission).
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