Haitian American Museum of Chicago-HAMOC

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Haitian American Museum of Chicago-HAMOC Join us in person and virtually for community events, diverse programming and critical exhibitions. Contact us at [email protected] or at 773-213-1869

Important links: https://linktr.ee/hamoc

The Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) is the first Haitian museum in the Midwest, located in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago. Our mission is promote Haitian art, culture and history in metropolitan Chicago and surrounding communities, nationally and internationally through advocacy, education and supportive services.

⁉️Do you like BINGO⁉️Join HAMOC at Hamburger Marys Chicago on Sunday, November 1 for HamBINGO - an evening of bingo supp...
10/16/2026

⁉️Do you like BINGO⁉️

Join HAMOC at Hamburger Marys Chicago on Sunday, November 1 for HamBINGO - an evening of bingo supporting HAMOC’s mission, programs and exhibits.

Get settled in around 6pm - order some food, drinks and relax.
At 7pm the games will start - winners will receive fun prizes!

Reservation link in bio. We will see you there!

✨Congratulations to HAMOC’s Founder & CEO, Elsie Hector Hernandez!✨Last week, Elsie presented at the XV Festival Interna...
10/14/2026

✨Congratulations to HAMOC’s Founder & CEO, Elsie Hector Hernandez!✨

Last week, Elsie presented at the XV Festival International Del KURRULAO y Musica Del Pacifico in Tumaco, Colombia. She shared about the cultural and historical ties between Haiti and Colombia. She also spoke on HAMOC’s immigration work, exhibitions and programs. Joined by HAMOC Volunteer and Community Navigator, Romeo Hernandez, HAMOC was well represented at this important conference.

During the trip, HAMOC Executive Board Member Daniel Hernandez joined the group to celebrate Elsie’s birthday! Happy Birthday Elsie!

Thank you to our friends at Ecos del Pacifico Afrocolombia for the generous invitation! 🇭🇹🇨🇴

🖼️NEW EXHIBITIONS!🖼️HAMOC is excited to share its final two exhibitions of 2026, now on display virtually and in-person ...
10/12/2026

🖼️NEW EXHIBITIONS!🖼️

HAMOC is excited to share its final two exhibitions of 2026, now on display virtually and in-person at the museum.

Virtual: Vwazen by afro plump - check the link in our bio to view the exhibit

In-person: Transformation through Haitian Kreyol by Waterloo Center for the Arts - visit the museum now until January 7, 2027 to see the exhibit

Are you interested in exhibiting at HAMOC? Contact us today!

Happy October! 🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹HAMOC’s team has been staying busy with group tours, tabling events and new exhibitions! We have a ...
10/10/2026

Happy October! 🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹

HAMOC’s team has been staying busy with group tours, tabling events and new exhibitions! We have a lot in store this month and the rest of the year! Make sure to stay connected.

The Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) congratulates the Haitian National Football Team on their incredible 4-1 ...
10/02/2026

The Haitian American Museum of Chicago (HAMOC) congratulates the Haitian National Football Team on their incredible 4-1 victory against the Dominican Republic last night in matchday 3! What a performance! 🇭🇹🎉👏

Join us in celebrating this exciting moment at HAMOC’s A Day in Haiti event, happening tomorrow October 3 from 2-8pm.

Enjoy Haitian light bites, raffles, museum tours and speciality Rhum Barbancourt beverages at our neighbors and event collaborators Max’s Place !

Registration link in bio! See you tomorrow! 🇭🇹🇭🇹🇭🇹



Photo credit: Fédération Haïtienne de Football

Don’t miss out on this great experience at the Haitian American Museum of Chicago ( HAMOC) this Saturday, Oct 3rd. Just ...
10/01/2026

Don’t miss out on this great experience at the Haitian American Museum of Chicago ( HAMOC) this Saturday, Oct 3rd. Just come for a fun time and support our cultural gem.

‼️Special Hours: Wednesday, September 30‼️HAMOC will be closing early today, 9/30/2026 for a private event. We will reop...
09/30/2026

‼️Special Hours: Wednesday, September 30‼️

HAMOC will be closing early today, 9/30/2026 for a private event. We will reopen at our regular time tomorrow, Thursday, October 1 at 12pm. See you soon!

Thank you to everyone who supported the $1986 fundraiser. We raised $976.32 towards our goal, so if you would still like...
09/21/2026

Thank you to everyone who supported the $1986 fundraiser. We raised $976.32 towards our goal, so if you would still like to donate, please visit our website.

We are excited to share the official poster for Circle Creative Fest, a first of its kind event honoring local artists. ...
09/18/2026

We are excited to share the official poster for Circle Creative Fest, a first of its kind event honoring local artists. We hope to see you TOMORROW, Saturday, September 19, between 10am-4pm.

🚨Special Hours Alert - Museum Closed 5/20🚨Due to two major events, HAMOC will be closed to the public on Wednesday, May ...
05/19/2026

🚨Special Hours Alert - Museum Closed 5/20🚨

Due to two major events, HAMOC will be closed to the public on Wednesday, May 20. We will reopen at our regular time on Thursday, May 21 at 12pm. 🇭🇹

Looking to book your own tour or host an event at the museum? Reach out via DM or at [email protected]

Address

4623 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL
60640

Opening Hours

Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+17732131869

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