Our Story

As the world’s first Vegan Museum, we opened on February 1, 2017 in efforts to address historical gaps in knowledge and resources within the vegan and vegetarian communities. Currently, the museum consists of 12 large panels, which guide the viewer through vegan history, fun facts, and a wide range of vehicles towards a vegan lifestyle.

Our mission is to relentlessly discover and share this amazing, ongoing, and historical movement. Whether it is for the environment, our health or animal well-being, there are so many ways to leave a softer footprint on this earth.

Nearly 50 Chicago institutions have displayed our museum. We have impacted thousands of individuals with over 60 inspiring programs including food demos, documentary films, panel discussions, story map presentations and children’s events.

Museum walk-throughs and events are generally free to the public, however, donations towards the continuation of our programming are always welcome and, most importantly, appreciated! We invite you to join us in exploring veganism across time and culture.