National Museum of Mexican Art

Driving Directions

The National Museum of Mexican Art is located in Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood just south and west of downtown Chicago.

From the north and east: Take I-94 east to exit 52A for Taylor Street toward Roosevelt Road.  Turn west onto Taylor Street; turn south onto Halsted Street; turn west onto 18th Street; turn south onto Wood Street; turn west onto 19th Street.

From the south: Take I-94 west to exit 53B to I-55 South (Stevenson Expressway) toward St. Louis. Take Exit 290 for Damen Avenue. Turn north on Damen Avenue; turn east onto 18th Street; turn south onto Wood Street; turn west onto 19th Street.

From the west:  Take I-290 east to exit 28A for Damen Avenue.  Turn south on Damen Avenue; turn east onto 18th Street; turn south onto Wood Street; turn west onto 19th Street. 

Parking

Street parking is available. Please check signs for restrictions during certain hours. 

Public Transit

Pink Line train to the Damen stop or 18th Street stop

Number 50 Damen bus to 19th Street

Number 9 Ashland bus to 18th Street

Accessibility

The building is ADA compliant. The entrance is accessible at street level and a ramp is available to reach the lobby, galleries, and performance spaces. 

To request wheelchair seating, additional access services or to learn more, please email Sara Badger or call (773) 281-7820×1 with as much advance notice as possible.