Honoring the Legacy of Black Labor
The National A Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the vital contributions of the first black labor union, chartered under the American Federation of Labor, The Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP).
Honoring the Legacy of Black Labor
The National A Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the vital contributions of the first black labor union, chartered under the American Federation of Labor, The Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters (BSCP).
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Join us in recognizing important events like Black History Month and our annual Gentle Warrior Awards Gala, while also supporting our community through back-to-school and holiday giveaways. We invite you to be a part of our mission to honor history and inspire future generations.
Mon-Fri
11AM-4PM
10406 S Maryland Ave,
Chicago, Illinois 60628
Museum Expansion project
We are extraordinarily excited to announce at long last, construction for the expansion of the National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum has begun.
About Us
Honoring the Legacy of Black Labor Through Education and Celebration
The National A Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum is dedicated to preserving the rich heritage of the first black labor union. Join us in commemorating pivotal events throughout the year, fostering community engagement, and celebrating the achievements that have shaped the labor movement.
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Join us in honoring the contributions and achievements of African Americans.
We invite you to be a part of our mission to honor history and inspire future generations.
Beyond the Walls
Join us in recognizing important events like Black History Month and our annual Gentle Warrior Awards Gala, while also supporting our community through back-to-school and holiday giveaways. We invite you to be a part of our mission to honor history and inspire future generations.
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Mary D.
“This place is AWESOME! The A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porters Museum is located in the historic Pullman community on Chicago's South Side. It highlights the work and history of the first African American and largest labor union in the U.S. It's nestled in the middle on a residential street but brings hundreds of tourists every month to learn about this important piece of American history. A must visit when in Chicago. My family members were in town from the Carolinas and they LOVED IT!”
RANDALL J.
“Great place to learn about important labor struggles and the intersection of the labor movement and the civil rights movement. This is a small but cool museum that is very educational and informative. A great place to check out on the South Side of Chicago!”
DJ K.A.
"I had a wonderful time visiting the museum. Learning about the history behind the Pullman Porters was amazing."
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