Medieval Museum

4.8/5
(1K) · Museum in Chicago, United States
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We are the largest interactive historical museum in the U.S., occupying more than 6,000 square feet, with over 100 unique implements and devices on …

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Apr 16, 2025
The Medieval Torture Museum is a surprisingly complete & entertaining museum of how mostly European torturing was done in olden times. Located mostly on one floor in Chicago's theater district, the M…Full review by christopherbO9687MP
Apr 11, 2025
How scary is this? How gruesome? Spend an hour in the Medieval Torture Museum and you will better know the nature of fear. Located at 177 North State Street in Chicago's Loop, the Medieval Torture Mu…Full review by Taylor B
Feb 17, 2025
Very cool experience! Went with my girlfriend to the museum and was mind blown! I would definitely recommend to come and see!Full review by Tianna M
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How long should I plan to spend there? What is the usual amount of time for a guest to see everything?
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Probably an hour-an hour and half. Just take lots of pictures and some devices have many interactions!
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Hello, does anything at this museum jump out to scare you or is it all non-living.
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All of it is non-living. You just walk around and read/listen to a speaker through recording talk as you look at things.
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We were at the location in St. Augustine. Does the Chicago location have the same stuff?
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Chicago museum is bigger than the one in St. Augustine. Some scenes are same but exhibits are different and there are more scenes in Chicago.
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Answer by paula m · Jun 2, 2022
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I’ve seen that the recommended age is 18+; however, my 14 year old is begging to go. We’ve been to Chicago several …
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I’ve seen that the recommended age is 18+; however, my 14 year old is begging to go. We’ve been to Chicago several times and have already done all the “typical” Chicago things to do. She loves horror and gore, it makes me feel queasy haha. Can anyone tell me their thoughts?
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I think this exhibit is completely fine for a 14 year old.
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I’ve seen that the recommended age is 18+; however, my 14 year old is begging to go. We’ve been to Chicago several …
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I’ve seen that the recommended age is 18+; however, my 14 year old is begging to go. We’ve been to Chicago several times and have already done all the “typical” Chicago things to do. She loves horror and gore, it makes me feel queasy haha. Can anyone tell me their thoughts?
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If she loves horror and gore then she’ll love this museum. As long as your okay with her seeing it then you’re good
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