Pullman National Historical Park
Designation: National Historical Park
Location: Illinois
📘 Park Overview
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came together in Pullman, a planned industrial community famed for its urban design and architecture.
🌤 Weather Information
The park lies in a humid continental zone with a generally temperate climate. Chicago winters are mildly cold with average temperatures around 26 degrees (F). Summers are hot and humid with an average temperature around 72 degrees (F). Average annual total rainfall is about 36". Snowfall in the winter is moderate with an average total snowfall of about 38".
🚗 Directions
The Administration Clock Tower Building Visitor Center is located at the corner of 111th Street and S. Cottage Grove Avenue. The parking lot entrance on 111th Street (DO NOT drive through the historic stone worker's gate entrance).
Images
The iconic Pullman clocktower building is one of the central buildings of Pullman National Monument.
Credit: NPS Photo
Built in 1880 for the rail car construction factory and executive offices of Pullman's Palace Car Company, this building complex was one of the most beautiful industrial landscapes in America.
Credit: NPS Photo
Administration Building
Credit: NPS photo
The Hotel Florence opened on November 1, 1881 as the hospitality showcase for visitors to George Pullman's "perfect town" of Pullman. The hotel was named for George's favorite daughter, Florence.
Credit: NPS Photo
The Pullman district also benefits from a diverse and proud residential community.
Credit: NPS Photo
Built in 1880 for the rail car construction factory and executive offices of Pullman's Palace Car Company
Credit: NPS Photo
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Entrance Fees
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3-Day Weather Forecast
Saturday, May 16
Moderate rain
High: 77°F | Low: 60.4°F
Humidity: 76%
Wind: 13.6 mph
Rain Chance: 89%
UV Index: 7.7
Sunrise: 05:30 AM
Sunset: 08:04 PM
Moon: New Moon (1%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 62.7°F
Cloud Cover: 89%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Sunday, May 17
Patchy rain nearby
High: 79.8°F | Low: 61.3°F
Humidity: 74%
Wind: 16.6 mph
Rain Chance: 86%
UV Index: 7.3
Sunrise: 05:29 AM
Sunset: 08:05 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (0%)
Visibility: 6 mi
Dew Point: 64.9°F
Cloud Cover: 86%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
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Monday, May 18
Patchy rain nearby
High: 85.1°F | Low: 67.5°F
Humidity: 62%
Wind: 17.4 mph
Rain Chance: 78%
UV Index: 6.9
Sunrise: 05:28 AM
Sunset: 08:06 PM
Moon: Waxing Crescent (2%)
Visibility: 5 mi
Dew Point: 68°F
Cloud Cover: 78%
Pressure: N/A mb
Air Quality (PM2.5): N/A
Ozone: N/A
EPA Index: N/A
Park Alerts
Park Events
Daily Ranger Guided Tours
Join us for our daily ranger guided tour! Get an overview of what makes Pullman special. Each tour last approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Tours are offered at 1 pm.
Tours subject to cancellation due to staffing, special events, inclement weather, or wind chill advisories.
Date: Jan 2, 2026 12:00am to Jan 2, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Lunch and Learn: Order in the Court: The Case That Changed Pullman
Our first Lunch and Learn of 2026 is just around the corner, and we’re kicking off the year with Order in the Court: The Case That Changed Pullman. Though celebrated as a model company town, the Pullman Company ultimately had to sell it. One of the question's we're often asked here is exactly why that is?
Join us as we examine the court case that ended the town and changed Pullman forever.Zoom Link:https://zoom.us/j/92422038830
Location: This is a Virtual Program
Date: Jan 15, 2026 12:00am to Jan 15, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Lunch and Learn: Dining à la Pullman
Food makes the world go round!
Luxury cuisine was at the heart of the Pullman Company’s appeal. With the debut of the “President” car in 1867 and its extensive menu to the company’s closure in the late 1960s, we explore what made dining aboard a Pullman car so special. Join us for this month’s Lunch and Learn as we trace the evolution of “Dining à la Pullman.” Free. No reservation required.
Zoom Link:https://zoom.us/j/92422038830
Location: This is a Virtual Program
Date: Feb 19, 2026 12:00am to Feb 19, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Brotherhood in the Civil Rights Era
We are partnering with the Friends of Pullman NHP during Black History Month to explore the connection of Pullman Porters and the Civil Rights movement.
This panel presentation of distinguished speakers will highlight how the organizing efforts of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters across the nation helped influence the Civil Rights movement. Their efforts, including A. Philip Randolph still inspire organizers in the modern era.
We hope you’ll join us for this free program as we wrap up the month!
Location: Friends of Pullman National Historical Park Exhibit Hall (11141 S. Cottage Grove Ave., Chicago, IL 60628)
Date: Feb 28, 2026 12:00am to Feb 28, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Democracy Dialogues
Each session will open with a brief overview of working people’s unique contributions during the American Revolution. Then participants break out into small virtual rooms to consider Who was included in the Declaration's call for "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness,” and what this anniversary means to working people today.
Link: https://bit.ly/AMERICA250ILHS1stMeeting
Location: Virtual Program
Date: Mar 11, 2026 12:00am to Mar 11, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Trails & Rails Open House
All Aboard for Trails and Rails
If you love storytelling and history, don’t miss this new volunteer opportunity. We’re partnering with Amtrak to have volunteers lead tours on select routes this year, sharing stories about national parks, the Pullman legacy, and America’s vivid landscapes. Discover what it takes to join the crew at our upcoming open houses on the following dates:
Thursday March 12th from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Saturday March 14th from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Saturday March 21st from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
We hope to see you there!
Location: NPS Visitor Center (610 E. 111th St. Chicago, IL 60628)
Date: Mar 12, 2026 12:00am to Mar 12, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Democracy Dialogues
Each session will open with a brief overview of working people’s unique contributions during the American Revolution. Then participants break out into small virtual rooms to consider Who was included in the Declaration's call for "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness,” and what this anniversary means to working people today.
Link: https://bit.ly/AMERICA250ILHS1stMeeting
Location: Virtual Program
Date: Mar 14, 2026 12:00am to Mar 14, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Trails & Rails Open House
All Aboard for Trails and Rails
If you love storytelling and history, don’t miss this new volunteer opportunity. We’re partnering with Amtrak to have volunteers lead tours on select routes this year, sharing stories about national parks, the Pullman legacy, and America’s vivid landscapes. Discover what it takes to join the crew at our upcoming open houses on the following dates:
Thursday March 12th from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Saturday March 14th from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Saturday March 21st from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
We hope to see you there!
Location: NPS Visitor Center (610 E. 111th St. Chicago, IL 60628)
Date: Mar 14, 2026 12:00am to Mar 14, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Lunch and Learn: Trains to the National Parks
The first National Parks were nearly impossible to reach: paths to the parks required a hardy spirit willing to traverse rough land by foot, horse, or stagecoach. Meanwhile, travel to Europe was more convenient, affordable, and in style. Join a ranger as we explore clever campaigns that challenged citizens to See America First by train, and where Pullman fits into it all. Free. No reservation required.
Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/92422038830
Date: Mar 19, 2026 12:00am to Mar 19, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Trails & Rails Open House
All Aboard for Trails and Rails
If you love storytelling and history, don’t miss this new volunteer opportunity. We’re partnering with Amtrak to have volunteers lead tours on select routes this year, sharing stories about national parks, the Pullman legacy, and America’s vivid landscapes. Discover what it takes to join the crew at our upcoming open houses on the following dates:
Thursday March 12th from 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Saturday March 14th from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Saturday March 21st from 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
We hope to see you there!
Location: NPS Visitor Center (610 E. 111th St. Chicago, IL 60628)
Date: Mar 21, 2026 12:00am to Mar 21, 2026 12:00am
Paid Event
Visitor Center & Contacts
📍 Physical Address:
610 E. 111th Street
Chicago, IL 60628
🏤 Mailing Address:
610 E. 111th Street
Chicago, IL 60628
📞 Voice Phone: 773 928-7257
✉️ Email: pull_visitorinfo@nps.gov