National Archives at Chicago

We hold permanent records created by federal agencies and courts in the following states:

Address

7358 South Pulaski Road
Chicago, IL  60629

Phone:  773-948-9001
 

Email:  chicago.archives@nara.gov​

Hours

August 2-13: By appointment only, Thursdays and Fridays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 

Beginning August 16: By appointment only, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Closed to the public on Saturdays, Sundays, and federal holidays.

Email chicago.archives@nara.gov to request an appointment.

Pull Times

Boxes of records will be pulled in advance.

Find links to finding aids, ordering information, online research tools, and more.     

• Naturalization and Court Records
• Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) Records
• Chinese Exclusion Act case files from Chicago and St. Paul
• Maritime Records
• Genealogical Resources

Learn what you need to know to make the most of your research day with us.

Find phone numbers and email addresses for key staff and departments at our facility.