Plan Your Visit
Hours
Tuesday – Saturday 12 – 4pm
Location
Portage Arts Lofts
4041 N Milwaukee Ave, 2nd FLoor
Chicago, IL 60641
Getting to the Museum
We encourage our visitors to use public transport to visit the museum.
BUS: NVAM is located near several CTA bus stops including the #80 Irving Park bus, the #54 Cicero bus, and the #56 Milwaukee bus. The museum is less than one block down, from the Six Corners intersection.
TRAIN: NVAM is also located about one mile east from the Irving Park Blue Line “L” stop and south from the Montrose Blue Line “L” stop.
DRIVE: If you chose to drive, while NVAM does not have dedicated parking on site, many visitors find street parking close to the museum. We remind visitors to adhere to parking rules and regulations.
Free Admission
We believe that art should be accessible to all. While we do not charge admission, we do accept donations to the museum. We appreciate your generosity.
Tours
The National Veterans Art Museum is open for private group tours guided by NVAM staff. Guided Tours can be scheduled Tuesday and Thursdays from 10:00 am- 12:00 pm. If your group is interested in a tour please contact Moki Tantoco, Director of Public Programs directly
Local Eats
When visiting NVAM, please consider supporting one of the many local restaurants and coffee shops in the neighborhood.
City News Cafe - a great place to grab a coffee and buy from a magazines or newspaper
Tata's Tacos - a huge selection of tasty tacos and refreshing beverages
Community - make your visit to NVAM a date night and follow-up at the most delicious cocktails right across the street
Junebug Café - Northern Louisiana inspired café featuring speciality coffees and espressos, as well as French/Creole-inspired bites.
Covid Visiting Policies
Masks are no longer required per City of Chicago guidelines. All visitors and NVAM staff who prefer to wear a mask are supported and welcome to do so.