International Museum Of Surgical Science, Chicago, IL, S...

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Explore the history of surgery through the eyes of doctors, artists and historians. The Museum's collections portray the mysteries and milestones that have shaped modern surgical science. Exhibits on surgery and its related science include, Anesthesia, Radiology, Orthopedics, Urology, Cardiology, and Opthamology, as well as the surgical history of various countries give visitors a well-rounded sense museumstuff.com
The historic lakeside mansion that is now the Museum was constructed in 1917, under the careful direction of Eleanor Robinson Countiss to house her family. Her father, an executive of the Diamond Match Company, generously provided the home building fund. The elegant structure was designed to follow the historic lines of Le Petit Trianon, a French chateau on the grounds of Versailles completed in 1770 famplosion.com
medical equipment including x-ray machine, paintings of surgical practices and famous surgeons www.imss.org
As I have lived in Chicago several years now and my folks have come to visit enough, we have been to all the major attractions, so now we seek out lesser-known places to explore. When looking through the local events cal... igougo.com
Housed in a 1917 mansion overlooking Lake Michigan, the International Museum of Surgical Science (IMSS) is home to a diverse collection of artifacts and artwork spanning the history and advancement of medicine and surgery. Founded in 1954 as a division of the International College of Surgeons, IMSS continues to strive to uphold its mission: to enrich people's lives by enhancing their appreciation explorechicago.org
The Museums four floors are filled with extraordinary artifacts, as well as paintings, illustrations and sculptures that interpret the primitive and modern healing practices of Eastern and Western civilizations. From early practices to todays revolutionary techniques, the Museums collections and exhibitions portray the mysteries, breakthroughs, failures, and milestones that have shaped modern surgical museumland.net

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Small, quirky museum has a number of medical exhibits on a number of subjects that are tastefully presented. Highlights include ones on the history of x-rays including an... from citysearch.com

This was different. I learned alot! Certainly not for kids. Neat little stuff in the gift shop. Real easy to get to on the bus. It you want to do something out of the ord... from citysearch.com

I love this quirky museum. A hidden gem, the mansion alone is worth a visit. Don't miss the fascinating gallstone display. A great way to spend a rainy Saturday. from citysearch.com

International Museum Of Surgical Science - 3 out of 5 stars from Desiree Koh on June 7, 2002: Housed in a gorgeous mansion in the Gold Coast neighborhood, and overlooking... from igougo.com

International Museum Of Surgical Science - 3 out of 5 stars from Sierra on July 8, 2004: As I have lived in Chicago several years now and my folks have come to visit enou... from igougo.com

International Musuem of Surgical Science - 4 out of 5 stars from supercat on April 12, 2005: This is definitely off the beaten track. There are four floors of exhibits ab... from igougo.com

details from web

e-mail: Leonard@imss.org
mailing address: Chicago, IL 60610
staff: Leonard M. Kliwinski, Curator/Director of Development
museum type: Science, Art, History
zipcode: 60610
collection: Medical artifacts, apparatus and instruments comprise the bulk of the materials in the Museum's collections. Over 7,000 medical artifacts spanning centuries of medical history, from acupuncture to X-ray therapy, are represented in the collections. Fine art is featured in the collections through...
topics: asian, 20th, civil, hispanic, American, european, century, 19th, ancient, history, medical, science, general, health, war, paintings
categories: Scientific - Technological
languages: English
alternative web site: http://skyways.lib.ks.us/museums/kng/
more info link: http://stepintoplaces.com/Resource%20Guide/Specialty/Specialty%20Index.htm
type of resource: Specialty Museum
accessibility: Accessible wheelchair entrance on north side of building, Elevator
neighborhood: Gold Coast
parking: $9 with museum validation at four locations: 1600 N. Lake Shore Dr. (North Avenue Beach), 1601 N. Clark St. (Chicago History Museum), 1350 N. Lake Shore Dr., 1445 N. State Parkway
public transportation: El: Red Line to Clark and Division. Bus: 72, 73, 151.
short description: Located in a historic lakeside mansion, the International Museum of Surgical Science documents primitive and modern healing practices through historic artifacts and artwork. In addition to its permanent collection, the museum houses a rotating exhibit and special events.
good for babies rating: 0/5
good for school-age rating: 0/5
good for teens rating: 0/5
good for toddlers rating: 0/5
location: Chicago, Illinois
editorial review: The Scene Housed in a gorgeous mansion on Lake Shore Drive, the International Museum of Surgical Science contains a remarkable display of surgical devices and techniques dating from Roman...
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International Museum Of Surgical Science

$4 - $65

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