The Chicago Athenaeum is an international museum of architecture and design located in the city of Chicago, known as the birthplace of modern architecture and design. The museum is dedicated to showcasing the art of design in various disciplines, including architecture, industrial and product design, graphics, landscape architecture, and urban planning. Their mission is to educate the public about the value of Good Design and how it can positively impact the human environment, from everyday objects to entire cities.

As the United States' only independent museum of architecture and design, The Chicago Athenaeum has showcased significant exhibitions both nationally and internationally. They maintain collections dedicated to architecture and design, including Chicago architecture, industrial design history, furniture, and ethnographic art related to design. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions that explore seminal ideas in architectural and design history.

Additionally, they have an International Sculpture Park featuring works from American and international sculptors. The museum organizes various programs and awards, including the prestigious Good Design Awards, which recognize outstanding designs from around the world. With its commitment to promoting and celebrating design excellence, The Chicago Athenaeum continues to be a leading institution in the field