Lectures and Seminars
Expert speakers and engaging topics are the hallmarks of our lectures and seminars.
- Lincoln Diversified: Thursday, November 12, and Tuesday, November 17
- Sweet Home Chicago: A Sweet Kinda Town: Thursday, February 4
- Sweet Home Chicago: Classic Candy: Tuesday, February 9
- Sweet Home Chicago: Tasty Treats Today: Tuesday, February 16
- In the K/Now: Online Dating: Thursday, February 18
- In the K/Now: Mortgage Mess: Tuesday, March 2
- Urban History Seminar: Select Thursdays, September
2009–May 2010
Lincoln Diversified
Thursday, November 12, and Tuesday, November 17, 7:00 p.m.
Looking through the lens of slavery,
Native American displacement, and foreign relations with Mexico, this
seminar explores the stories of Lincoln’s relationships with diverse
communities.
Civil Unrest
Thursday, November 12, 7:00 p.m.
Join historian Silvestre Villegas Revueltas as he discusses the relationship between the United States and Mexico during the years of Mexican Reform and the American Civil War. Revueltas is a historian at the Instituto de Investigaciones Históricas- Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico in Mexico City.
Cost:
$10; $8 members.
Lincoln, Indians, and the War for the Union
Tuesday, November 17, 7:00 p.m.
Placing Indian affairs in the context of Civil War politics and the settling of the West, author and historian Paul Kelton covers the controversies and relationships between Abraham Lincoln, politics, and Native Americans.
Cost:
$10; $8 members.
In the K/Now
This monthly series explores contemporary issues affecting life in Chicago.
Online Dating: The Rage, the Risks, the Rewards
Thursday, February 18, 6:30 p.m.
In today's busy society, more and more Chicago singles are looking for love online. But with all of the processes, protocols, and privacy issues involved, is this the right route for romance? Join journalist Laura Washington and a panel of dating experts as they dive into the murky waters of the dating pool.
Cost:
Free; reservations required.
Mortgage Mess
Tuesday, March 2, 6:30 p.m.
The recent recession has taken its toll on various aspects of the economy, but perhaps the place it hurts most is home sweet home. How does someone bounce back from foreclosure? Is it safe to buy a home now? Has the market bottomed out yet? Join moderator Laura Washington when she hosts a panel discussion that debates the pros and cons of home ownership in Chicago with Darryl Evans of Baytree Lending and Bonnie Paisley of Prime Solutions Group.
Cost:
Free; reservations required.
Sweet Home Chicago
Thurdays, February 4, Tuesday, February 9, and Tuesday, February, 16, 7:00 p.m.
Unwrap the history of Chicago's sweet side with this seminar series.
Cost:
$10; $8 members per lecture. Series tickets: $27; $22 members. Call
312.642.4600 for series tickets; discount not available online.
A Sweet Kinda Town
Thursday, February 4, 7:00 p.m.
Beth Kimmerle, author of A Sweet History, delves into the delicious history of Chicago candy and answers the question: What is our connection to confections? At one time the largest producer of candy in the United States, Chicago has been called America's sweetest spot, and this lecture reveals the ingredients for the city's recipe for success. A book signing for Kimmerle's new publication, Blommer: An American Chocolate Legacy, follows.
Cost:
$10; $8 members.
Classic Candy
Tuesday, February 9, 7:00 p.m.
For generations, the kings of candy have made their mark on Chicago's sweet scene. Representatives from classic candy companies such as Wrigley Co. and Primrose Candy Co. share the history of their companies, why they chose to set up shop in Chicago, and how their brands continue to grow. Artifacts from the Museum's collection, on display for one night only, highlight this delectable discussion.
Cost:
$10; $8 members.
Tasty Treats Today
Tuesday, February 16, 7:00 p.m.
Chicago's up-and-coming confectioners join us for a chat about our city's current candy culture. Local shops that have found their niche share secrets to their success and tell us about breaking the mold in the Windy City and beyond. As you fill up on history, be sure to save room for dessert!
Cost:
$10; $8 members.
Urban History Seminar 2009–2010
Select Thursdays, September-May
Cash bar at 5:45 p.m.; Dinner at 6:15 p.m.; Speaker at 7:00 p.m.
Cost:
$20 includes dinner and program; cash bar.
> Download the complete Urban History Seminar schedule (PDF, 20 KB)
November 2009
Thursday, November 12, 5:45 p.m.
Maureen Flanagan of Michigan State University will present "'Our Cities Are Patriarchy Written in Stone, Brick, Glass, and Concrete': Chicago, Dublin, London, and Toronto, 1890s-1930s."
December 2009
Thursday, December 3, 5:45 p.m.
Michael McCoyer of the U.S. State Department will present "Darkness of a Different Color: Mexicans and Chicago's Racial Order, 1920-1960."
January 2010
Thursday, January 14, 5:45 p.m.
Dominic Pacyga of Columbia College will present "The Daleys of Chicago: A Study in Political Power."
February 2010
Thursday, February 11, 5:45 p.m.
Adam Arenson of the University of Texas at El Paso will present "City of Manifest Destiny: St. Louis and the Cultural Civil War."
March 2010
Thursday, March 11, 5:45 p.m.
Lisa Keller of Purchase College, State University of New York will present "Triumph of Order: Democracy and Public Space in New York and London."
April 2010
Thursday, April 15, 5:45 p.m.
Lisa Krissoff Boehm of Worcester State College will present "Reconsidering the Second Great Migration: African American Women Reflect on their Journey, Work, and Urban Life."
May 2010
Thursday, May 6, 5:45 p.m.
Kenneth T. Jackson of Columbia University will present "Revisiting Crabgrass Frontier: Looking Backward and Forward."
Refund Policy:
Refunds for a tour will be given in the form of tour credit which can
be applied to another tour. Credit will be given with a minimum of two
weeks notice prior to the day of the tour. No exceptions.
Sign Language Interpretation:
The Chicago History Museum is happy to offer sign language
interpretation at any of its public programs. Please contact the Public
Programs Manager, at least 48 hours prior to the day of the event in
order to accommodate this request 312.642.4600