The Spark Awards honor individuals who have made outstanding contributions to Chicago history, History Fair, and education. This annual event supports the Chicago Metro History Fair’s annual educational programs and Students that participate in the Fair. Over the years, nearly a half million students have participated in History Fair, inspiring them to learn more about their community and sparking their interest in research and history.

SPARK Awards
Co-chairs: Joseph Seliga and Vanessa Vergara
Host Committee: Warren Chapman, Connie Barkley, Shawn Healy, Russell Lewis, M. Scottie Perry, Mark Trembacki,

HBK Engineering, LLC
George Javaras Corporate Engagement Award

University of Illinois at Chicago
Richard Brown Public Service Award

Edwards Dual Language and Fine and Performing Arts IB School
Timuel Black Excellence in Education Award

Learn More ChicagoHistory.org/HistoryFair

Location: Chicago History Museum
Tuesday, May 21, 2019
Reception 5:30 PM
Awards Presentation 6:30 PM

*Online tickets are no longer available but will be available to purchase at the door.

$10,000 SPARK Benefactor
$5,000 SPARK Sponsor
$2,500 SPARK Donor
$1,000 Friends of SPARK
$250 Support a Student
$85 Individual Ticket(s)

For more information, please contact Jessica Richard at 312-799-2117 or email [email protected]