The Guild of the Chicago History Museum invites you to their kickoff event of the season as we celebrate the Guild’s generosity and contributions toward the reopening of Facing Freedom.

Newly reopened and refreshed for the 250th anniversary of the United States, Facing Freedom explores the ongoing story of American freedom through the actions, movements, and voices of people who have demanded their freedom and created change. Peter T. Alter, CHM chief historian and director of the Studs Terkel Center for Oral History, will take us inside several of the stories featured in the exhibition, offering a deeper look at topics ranging from the women’s suffrage movement to the rise of house music in Chicago.

Following the presentation and Q&A, guests will enjoy a boxed lunch before having the opportunity to explore Facing Freedom through a self-guided tour.

$65; $60 Guild members. If you already have a ticket and would like to purchase more, or if you prefer to pay by phone, please contact Lauren Edstrom, development events manager, at (312) 799-2112 or [email protected].

Schedule

10:00 a.m. – Doors open. Coffee, tea, and juice served.
10:30 a.m. – Opening remarks by CHM president Michael Anderson
10:45 a.m. – Presentation by Peter T. Alter, followed by Q&A
11:30 a.m. – Lunch* begins
12:30 p.m. – Lunch ends, self-guided tour of Facing Freedom begins
1:00 p.m. – Program concludes

*Please contact Lauren Edstrom with any dietary restrictions and seating preferences.