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The world's largest collection
Over 2,100 authentic artifacts, crime-scene evidence and historical documents displayed across 225 display cases.

Inside the minds of 150+ killers
Discover the chilling life stories and psychological profiles of more than 150 serial killers from every continent.

Chicago's dark history
Expanded sections dedicated to H.H. Holmes and John Wayne Gacy, with original artifacts never displayed before.

Voices behind the cases
Unique perspectives from criminologists, scholars, lawyers and eyewitnesses sharing untold accounts.

Tech rooms and VR
Specialized tech rooms, interactive multimedia and multi-section virtual reality experiences.
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On the day On the day
Arrive within your time slot
Your ticket lets you enter at any time within your selected time slot, so arriving slightly early is recommended. Valet parking is available right at the entrance on 2428 W 15th St.
Explore at your own pace
Follow the self-guided route through the exhibition. Scan the QR codes at each exhibit for audio narration and extra context, and bring your own headphones.
Allow around two hours
The visit takes approximately 90 to 120 minutes, with seating areas along the way.
Reviews Reviews
4.6/5
based on 1001 reviews
Andrea S.
oct 2026
Loved it!!
Taffy H.
oct 2026
Lots of information and so much to see. It was an amazing exhibition.
Jessica N.
oct 2026
Very fascinating!
Cynthia M.
oct 2026
A great experience. An amazing collection of personal artifacts, videos and visuals. I highly recommend the experience for all true crime fans.
Jesus A.
oct 2026
Great experience! I will say it’s a lot of walking and standing and also it is a lot of reading that you have to take in. Very worth it!
Dawn G.
oct 2026
Great exhibit! Interesting artifacts and interactive displays. Staff was incredibly friendly and informative. Definitely worth a trip!! To properly see the entire exhibit, plan on staying more than a couple of hours. Housed at a cool spot in Chicago.
Wendy G.
oct 2026
There was so much information and it was fascinating. Would love to go again.
David M.
oct 2026
if it wasn't so far away, I would go again! (from Kansas City, Mo)
Brian L.
oct 2026
This was a unique experience and I would recommend it to anyone interested in serial killer lore.
Lisa W.
oct 2026
Amazing! Lots of reading but very cool to see
Bald M.
oct 2026
Very well done!
Tiffany S.
oct 2026
Extremely thorough and very well done. There was nothing that was too “in your face.” If I didn't want to see something or I felt it was too graphic for me then I just moved along. It was interesting to read some facts about each one that I wouldn’t have expected. I greatly appreciated the benches every now and then to sit and rest my back! It was great to have the many data boards at the end which I was very surprised by many of those numbers. This was a very well researched exposition.
Heather W.
oct 2026
This was amazingly put together with so many amazing pieces of non-conventional history!
BoardXFool M.
oct 2026
Wow, there was a lot to see and read. Only suggestion would be to turn up the lights just a bit. We had to use our phone lights to see some things clearly and read some of the info. But truly a lot of material and information!
David J.
oct 2026
Quite an expansive display of materials. Great information and pictures. I was there for over three hours and could have stayed longer. Well done.
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In short About the exhibition
Dare to confront the documented reality of serial crime at the world's first and only exhibition entirely focused on serial killers. Following its success in London, Paris and Berlin and its U.S. premiere in Atlanta, Chicago is the second stop of the American tour, with over 2,100 authentic artifacts gathered over ten years with more than sixty collectors worldwide. Rare originals include Jeffrey Dahmer's glasses and the chainsaw used by the Kansas City Butcher, and the Chicago edition adds expanded sections on H.H. Holmes and John Wayne Gacy. Not fiction, not dramatization: real evidence, presented while honoring the names and lives of the victims.
Please note: this exhibition deals with real crimes and displays authentic evidence. It is recommended for ages 14+ and is not suitable for sensitive audiences. Children under 14 are admitted only when accompanied by an adult.
About the venueSerial Killer Exhibition
Address
2428 W 15th St, Chicago., 60608
Parking
Valet parking at the entrance (2428 W 15th St) · $23 per vehicle
Accessibility
The venue is ADA compliant and accessible to visitors with reduced mobility
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