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Commemorative Day
This Presidents’ Day, get more civically engaged through family-friendly activities!
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In partnership with CHM, the Institute of Design at the Illinois Institute of Technology is offering a two-day, public Design as Activism Symposium convening design leaders and community organizers in Chicago to explore community-led design approaches that bring about positive impact.
Presented in partnership with Chicago Sinfonietta, join us for a FREE screening of The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat, complete with Q&A with author and Chicago Sinfonietta cellist Edward Kelsey Moore, and performance by the Chicago Sinfonietta’s String Quartet.
Hosted by CHM in collaboration with Facing History & Ourselves, this session is based on our exhibition Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till.
Michelle Nickerson of Loyola University Chicago presents “Spiritual Criminals: How the Camden 28 Put the Vietnam War on Trial.”
Join us at this family-focused celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s ongoing influence on the fight for civil rights in the US.
Join a knowledgeable volunteer guide for a tour of our exhibition, Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective. No matter your historical knowledge, it’s a fantastic opportunity to experience this fascinating exhibit and learn in a group setting.
Stories are always better when shared! Whether you are a professional tour operator, group planner, or you simply have a lot of friends and family, we have an experience for you. Customized itineraries, Museum tours, and city tours are just some of the ways in which we can specialize your group’s visit.
Sip cocktails next to one of Chicago’s first “L” cars. Dance the night away against a backdrop of Lincoln Park’s lush gardens. Celebrate your life-changing moments in a place dedicated to embracing memories.
