CHICAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a nonprofit organization categorized as Public Charity based in Chicago, IL. Its most recent IRS filing (2025) reports revenue of $11.9M, expenses of $19.1M, total assets of $126.6M. Imperigo tracks 71 reported grant relationships connected to this organization totaling approximately $3.6M.
The Chicago History Museum strives to be a destination for learning, inspiration, and civic engagement. Through dynamic exhibitions, tours, programs, digital resources, and special events, the Museum connects people to Chicago's history and to each other.
How Chicago Historical Society divides every $100 it spends, from its own Form 990 filings, averaged across 9 years.
Source: Form 990 filings with the IRS, latest fiscal year 2025. Shares are from the organization's reported expenses. Data by Imperigo; not affiliated with the IRS.
Showing up to 5 of 71 total records — full history available with membership.
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| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11.9M | $19.1M | $126.6M |
| 2024 | $13.4M | $15.0M | $126.0M |
| 2023 | $15.7M | $17.0M | $126.2M |
| 2022 | $15.0M | $15.0M | $127.4M |
| 2021 | $16.8M | $14.9M | $142.8M |
Between 2021 and 2025, reported annual revenue declined from $16.8M to $11.9M (-29%), with total assets most recently reported at $126.6M.
Interactive year-over-year charts and full filing details available with membership.
