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Explore the city with our expert guides, delve into our exhibitions through thematic programs, or discover Chicago history through family-friendly activities.
Aquí en Chicago
The Chicago History Museum’s new project, Aquí en Chicago, celebrates the historically persistent cultural presence of Latine communities in Chicago. Follow along as the project evolves.
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CHM strives to be a destination for learning, inspiration and civic engagement. Through dynamic exhibitions, tours, programs, digital resources, and special events, the Museum connects people to Chicago’s history and to each other.
ABAKANOWICZ RESEARCH CENTER
Home to the Chicago History Museum’s archives, manuscripts, photographs, and more, the Abakanowicz Research Center (ARC) is one of the premier research facilities in Chicago. With free admission, the ARC helps fulfill the Museum’s mission to be a destination for learning and to connect people to Chicago’s history. We look forward to welcoming you!
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Membership offers ways to engage with others who love the city of Chicago and its history and opportunities to interact with our award-winning staff. Enjoy free admission, behind-the-scenes experiences, special discounts, and more!
Urban History Seminar | “The Chicago Covenants Project”
LaDale Winling of Virginia Tech and Maura Fennelly of Northwestern University present “The Chicago Covenants Project: Excavating the Documents of Exclusion.” Learn more
RSVPPartner Event | The Legacy of Benjamin Marshall: A Film Screening and Q&A
The Benjamin Marshall Society invites you to a free screening of their film Benjamin H. Marshall, Architect, followed by a Q&A with Benjamin Marshall Society president Jane Lepauw and CHM director of exhibitions Paul Durica. Learn more
Register NowSOLD OUT! Member Event | House History Workshop
CHM members and Historical Alliance are invited to join director of research and access Ellen Keith and reference librarian Maggie Cusick as they demonstrate the process of conducting research on your house’s history. Learn more
RSVPGuild Event | L Car No. 1 First Look
Join the Guild to receive an exclusive first look at the new renovations of the car that took guests to the 1893 world’s fair. Learn more
BUY TICKETSAuthor Talk | Vanity Project by Dave Thomas
The Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum invites you to a rare and intimate evening with Dave Thomas, one of the fashion world’s most in-demand celebrity stylists, as he discusses his book Vanity Project: A Tale of Fashion and Celebrity Styled. Learn more
BUY TICKETSOpening Weekend of Designing for Change
Join us to celebrate the opening of Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s! Learn more
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