Henry Gerber House: A Landmark of LGBTQ+ Rights
Visit the Henry Gerber House in Chicago's Old Town, a National Historic Landmark and the birthplace of the American LGBTQ+ rights movement.
The Henry Gerber House in Chicago's Old Town is a National Historic Landmark, recognized as the former residence of Henry Gerber, who founded the Society for Human Rights in the 1920s, the first chartered gay rights organization in the United States. Though the interior is not always open, the building's exterior serves as a symbol of the early LGBTQ+ rights movement.
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- 1704 N Crilly Ct, Chicago, Old Town, Illinois, 60614, US
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Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Henry Gerber House.
- Check visiting hours in advance, as the house is often closed to the public.
- Explore the surrounding Old Town neighborhood, known for its historic charm, shops, and restaurants.
- Read about Henry Gerber's life and his contributions to LGBTQ+ rights before your visit to enhance your experience.
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Getting There
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Walking
From the intersection of North Avenue and Halsted Street, walk north on Halsted Street. Turn right onto W Eugenie Street, then turn right again onto N Crilly Court. The Henry Gerber House will be on your right at 1704 N Crilly Ct. This is a short walk of approximately 5 minutes.
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Public Transport
Take the CTA Red Line to the Clark/Division station. From there, walk east on Division Street to State Street, then north on State Street to North Avenue. Head west on North Avenue to Crilly Court. Turn north onto Crilly Court; the Henry Gerber House will be on your right. Alternatively, from the North/Clybourn station, take bus #72 or #73 towards the Old Town area and get off at North Ave & Halsted St. Walk about 5 minutes north to N Crilly Ct. Fares for the 'L' train are $2.50 and bus fares are $2.25. A Ventra card can be used for both.
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Driving
From I-90/94, exit at North Avenue and head east. Turn right onto N Halsted St, then turn left onto W North Ave. After about 1 mile, turn right onto N Crilly Ct. The Henry Gerber House will be on your left at 1704 N Crilly Ct. Street parking is available but may be limited and metered. Parking rates vary.
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