Tours and Programs
Bridgehouse Museum Tower Tour
Take a guided tour of the Bridgehouse Museum with our trained staff to learn the history of the Chicago River. Staff will walk you through all five stories of the museum plus our gear room, share stories not found in our exhibit, and answer questions.
This tour is offered June - October on Wednesday through Sunday. Book your tour online HERE.
Tour starts at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. in the museum lobby and lasts about 45-60 minutes. Cost is $15 per person. Children 6-12 years old and adults 62 years or older receive a $3 discount with code Senior2026. Friends of the Chicago River members receive a $3 discount with code Friends2026. Book your tour HERE or call/email the museum at (312) 977-0227 / bridgehousemuseum@gmail.com for a reservation.
Private Winter Tours
Private tours of the Bridgehouse Museum are available in the winter months during our closure. This intimate tour can be booked for up to 25 people and is given by the museum director. The cost is $200 base for up to 10 guests and $15 per person after 10. Please email jcoles@chicagoriver.org for more information.
