What does it take to keep our lights on and the temperature regulated? Find out on this virtual tour with CHM director of properties Jay Yelen as he leads you into the building's nooks and crannies.

Join Dr. Christopher Reed, professor emeritus at Roosevelt University, to explore early Bronzeville places and spaces of political and civic activism.

Designed for educators, this two-part book club includes classroom resources for two of our exhibitions and a meeting with Internment author Samira Ahmed.

Inspired by Erik Larson’s best-selling book, go back to 1893 with author and tour guide Paul Durica to follow the trails of Daniel Burnham and the devilish doings of H. H. Holmes.

The horror genre provides a unique entry point to explore deeply rooted fears and anxieties sparked by legacies of trauma and the creation of otherness. Explore HBO’s new series, Lovecraft Country, through a tour and roundtable talks with noted artists, scholars, and historians.

Join CHM president Gary T. Johnson for his final members’ annual meeting. The featured guest speaker this evening is award-winning author Carl S. Smith.

From postfire recovery to the hub of Chicago bohemianism in the 1960s and 1970s, Old Town reveals diverse stories about the city’s past.

Designed for educators, this final session of the book club features a meeting with Internment author Samira Ahmed.

Hear from Dr. Christopher Reed, professor emeritus at Roosevelt University, about the locations and working conditions that compelled literary and visual artists and musicians to create works of art that still resonate today.

Looking for a virtual volunteering opportunity? If you're interested in learning more about Chicago history and helping students perfect their research and inquiry skills, we've got just the thing for you!

CHM members and Historical Alliance get 20% off all purchases from the online Museum Store, December 5–12!

Designed for educators, this informal session focuses on a topic and teaching strategy. Become a historian in your own home using analysis and interpretive strategies with everyday objects!

Zahra Jamal of Rice University moderates a talk with Peter T. Alter, chief historian of the Chicago History Museum, and Michael Chagnon, curator at the Aga Khan Museum.

Hear from Dr. Christopher Reed, professor emeritus at Roosevelt University, about the locations and working conditions that compelled literary and visual artists and musicians to create works of art that still resonate today.

From postfire recovery to the hub of Chicago bohemianism in the 1960s and 1970s, Old Town reveals diverse stories about the city’s past.