CHM members are invited to an exclusive live recording of a Chicago History Podcast episode with host Tommy Henry. Tommy Henry, host of the Chicago History Podcast, has covered topics ranging from the Cicero Race Riots of 1951, to the original Sears Tower, to the history of Chicago hot dogs, and iconic Chicago sports moments. More
Happy Pride Month! Members are invited to learn more about Chicago’s rich LGBTQ+ history with Dr. John D’Emilio, professor emeritus at the University of Illinois Chicago and a pioneer in the field of gay and lesbian studies. Dr. D’Emilio will facilitate a presentation examining themes across these histories and a question-and-answer session to connect these More
The Guild of the Chicago History Museum warmly requests the pleasure of your company for a Guild Benefit celebrating the opening of Back Home: Polish Chicago. Guests will receive a first look at the exhibition, hear from project historian Dominic A. Pacyga and CHM chief historian Peter T. Alter discuss Chicago’s Polish history and the creation of the exhibition, listen to The Lira More
Hideout Trivia is back! Produced by the Chicago History Museum, Hideout, and Newberry Library this special event consists of three rounds of trivia fun. The first round was held September 7th, the next two will be held on October 5th and November 2nd, 2022. Each round reflects a particular theme and is followed by a More
Hideout Trivia is back! Produced by the Chicago History Museum, Hideout, and Newberry Library this special event consists of three rounds of trivia fun. The first round is on September 7th, the next two will be held on October 5th and November 2nd, 2022. Each round reflects a particular theme and is followed by a More