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SUMMARY:Partner Event | First Additions: Strategies for Adding On
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with the Benjamin Marshall Society\, join us for an author talk with Stuart Cohen and Julie Hacker on their new book\, First Additions: Strategies for Adding On. \nIn a practice spanning forty years\, Cohen and Hacker have evolved strategies for making building additions that represent a theoretical and philosophical position about altering older structures. They believe that recycling existing buildings\, retrofitting them to meet new energy standards\, preserving their embodied energy as well as their cultural and historical significance\, is the most sustainable way to practice architecture.  \nFirst Additions presents theoretical essays about making additions\, followed by a portfolio of their architectural work doing residential additions. Their lecture will present strategies for adding onto older buildings illustrated by both historic examples and by examples of their work. \nBoth Cohen and Hacker are Fellows of the American Institute of Architects\, and both have served on Evanston’s Preservation Commission. Hacker has served on the Chicago AIA Board of Directors and both the National and Local CRAN (Custom Residential Architecture Network) steering committees. Cohen is the author of four books on the history of Chicago’s residential architecture and in 2022 received the Chicago Chapter of the American Institute of Architects’ Lifetime Achievement Award. They both received the Society of Architectural Historians’ Award for Excellence for their architectural practice.  \nCHM director of exhibitions Paul Durica will begin the program with an introduction discussing the Museum’s extensive architecture collection. After their presentation\, Cohen and Hacker will sign copies of their book\, which is illustrated with full page\, full color photographs of their additions to historic houses located along Chicago’s North Shore.  \n$15; $10 members.  \nQuestions? Contact Nell McKeown\, development events manager\, at mckeown@chicagohistory.org or (312) 799-2112. 
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/partner-event-first-additions-strategies-for-adding-on/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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SUMMARY:Partner Program | Division Street Revisited Podcast Listening Session
DESCRIPTION:The newly released podcast Division Street Revisited follows up on the stories of “uncelebrated” people in Studs Terkel’s groundbreaking 1967 oral history\, Division Street: America. Pulitzer Prize winner Mary Schmich interviewed the original subjects’ families\, and for the first time in a podcast\, we get to hear the astonishing stories of where life took them.  \nJoin us at the Museum for one of seven free listening club events moderated by Mary Schmich. The episode focuses on the legacy of Mary Ward Wolkonsky\, who used her wealth to make Chicago a cosmopolitan city and create opportunities for women.     \nOther listening sessions will take place online with a final in-person session at Chicago’s Old Town School of Folk Music.   \nFree; registration at 5 pm and event starts at 5:30 p.m. \nAbout the podcast: https://www.mharris.com/divisionstreetrevisited  \nEpisode description: In a time when women’s opportunities were limited\, Mary Ward Wolkonsky used her wealth to make Chicago a cosmopolitan city and create opportunities for women. Often considered a “socialite\,” she was more accurately described as an “ambassador for Chicago.” But the demands of her husband’s corporate roles also limited her sphere to volunteer boards\, not the boardroom. Wolkonsky didn’t call herself a feminist but was a strong supporter of reproductive rights. 
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/partner-program-division-street-revisited-podcast-listening-session/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Guild Presents | International Women’s Day
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with International Women Associates (IWA)\, The Guild of the Chicago History Museum invites you to a special program honoring the women of the world as we prepare for International Women’s Day on March 8. With Guild and IWA member Jean Perkins introducing our featured guests\, Guild member Kate Arias moderates a discussion with:  \n\nNada Draz\, Consul General of Egypt in Chicago \n\n\nVerónika Bustamante\, Consul General of Peru in Chicago \n\n\nGeorgia Tasiopoulou\, Consul of Greece in Chicago \n\nHear from the panelists as they discuss their careers as women in the foreign service and how International Women’s Day is celebrated in their home countries. We look forward to a day of learning and fellowship with the women of Chicago’s international community.  \n$65. Ticket includes presentation and light buffet lunch.  \nQuestions? Contact Nell McKeown\, development events manager\, at mckeown@chicagohistory.org or (312) 799-2112. \n 
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/the-guild-presents-international-womens-day/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:The Guild
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SUMMARY:Partner Event | Breaking Barriers: B-Girls Global Takeover
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with Chicago Dance History Project and NEXUS Performing Arts\, join us for a panel talk on women in Chicago’s break dancing (breaking) scene. Moderated by Skylar Males\, founder and CEO of NEXUS\, hear from B-girls about their experiences pushing boundaries and making waves within the breaking community: \n\nB-girl Loki\nB-girl Mel\nLady Champ\n\nThe event will conclude with a B-girl battle\, giving guests a firsthand look at the amazing moves and competitive energy that these women bring to the scene.  \nFree; RSVP required. \nThis event is the second installment in the three-part series “Breaking It Down: The History of Breakdance (Breaking) in Chicago\,” exploring Chicago’s history of breaking and why it’s integral to the city’s culture. Mark your calendars for the final installment of this series: \nBreaking Ground: Exploring Space for Breaking in Chicago\nTuesday\, May 13\, 5:30–8:30 p.m. (reception\, panel discussion\, and workshop) \n 
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/partner-event-breaking-barriers-b-girls-global-takeover/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Partner Event
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SUMMARY:Virtual Urban History Seminar | “The Unknown History of Baseball Gambling\, 1874–1950”
DESCRIPTION:Please note: This program was originally scheduled for March 13. It has been rescheduled to March 6 due to speaker availability.  \nThe Urban History Seminar series feature a scholarly presentation followed by lively discussion. Steven A. Riess\, Bernard Brommel Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus at Northeastern Illinois University\, presents “The Unknown History of Baseball Gambling\, 1874–1950.” \nBaseball\, the former national pastime\, once promoted itself as good\, clean fun that epitomized the best in our society. Recent historical research\, however\, has significantly uncovered the extent of gambling in baseball\, and its connection to organized crime and urban politics. \nRiess discusses his recent research exploring the origins of “fixing” professional baseball games in Chicago in the 1870s. He will also discuss his findings that the 1919 World Series betting scandal known as the Black Sox did not curtail baseball gambling\, especially on the World Series. \nThe Zoom session will open at 6:45 p.m. with the program starting at 7:00 p.m. and concluding by 8:15 p.m. RSVP is required. \nThis session is free of charge; we would greatly appreciate a donation to the Museum in any amount. A Zoom link will be provided after registration. \nThe Urban History Seminars have been generously underwritten by the Chicago History Museum since 1983.
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/virtual-urban-history-seminar-unknown-history-of-baseball-gambling/
LOCATION:Zoom\, from anywhere
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Urban History Seminar,Virtual Event
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SUMMARY:Panel Discussion | Chicago Latina Trailblazers
DESCRIPTION:Mexican American and Puerto Rican women have long taken up the challenge to improve the lives of Chicagoans in the city’s Latino/a/x communities. Hear from the coeditors of Chicago Latina Trailblazers: Testimonios of Political Activism as they present testimonies by Latina leaders: \n\nDr. Rita D. Hernández\, former instructor of education and human development at Texas A&M University\, Corpus Christi\nLeticia Villarreal Sosa\, associate dean for research and faculty development and a professor in the School of Social Work at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley\nElena R. Gutiérrez\, associate professor in the Department of Gender and Women’s Studies and the Department of Latin American and Latino Studies at the University of Illinois Chicago.\n\nFrom the 1960s through today\, these trailblazers shaped Latina Chicago history\, advanced agendas\, built institutions\, forged alliances\, and created essential resources that Latino/a/x communities lacked. Time and again\, they found themselves the first Latina to hold their post or part of the first Latino/a/x institution of its kind. Just as often\, early grassroots efforts to address issues affecting themselves\, their families\, and their neighborhoods grew into larger endeavors. Their experiences ranged from public schools to healthcare to politics to broadcast media\, and each woman’s story shows how her work changed countless lives and still reverberates across the entire city. \nAn eyewitness view of an unknown history\, Chicago Latina Trailblazers reveals the vision and passion that fueled a group of women in the vanguard of reform. \nA moderated Q&A will follow the panel discussion.
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/panel-discussion-chicago-latina-trailblazers/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Author Talk
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SUMMARY:Partner Event | Chamber Music Immersive for Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening where music meets fashion history. With a theme based on our latest costume exhibition\, Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective\, enjoy musical pieces by Astor Piazzolla\, William Grant Still\, and Clarice Assad as images of historical fashions are projected on the walls of the venue. \nThe event features world-renowned musicians: \n\nClarice Assad\, Grammy Award–nominated composer\, pianist\, vocalist\, and educator\nCalum Cook\, principal cellist of the Lyric Opera of Chicago\, lecturer at the Bienen School of Music\, Northwestern University\, and cellist of the Rembrandt Chamber Musicians\nChristopher Guzman\, Professor of Piano at the Bienen School of Music\, Northwestern University\nPhilippe Quint\, Grammy Award–nominated violinist\n\n$45; $25 members \n  \nSCHEDULE\n6:00 p.m. – Reception\n7:00–8:00 p.m. – Concert\n8:30 p.m. – Evening concludes
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/partner-event-chamber-music-immersive-for-dressed-in-history-a-costume-collection-retrospective/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Event,Performance
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SUMMARY:Public Gallery Tour | Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a good place to start your museum visit? 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.    
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/public-gallery-tour-dressed-in-history-a-costume-collection-retrospective-3-18-2025/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Gallery Tour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T135000
DTSTAMP:20260420T061450
CREATED:20250314T162852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T162852Z
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SUMMARY:Public Gallery Tour | Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a good place to start your museum visit? 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.    
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/public-gallery-tour-dressed-in-history-a-costume-collection-retrospective-3-20-2025/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Gallery Tour
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SUMMARY:Commemorative Day | Women’s History Month
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Women’s History Month at the Chicago History Museum by honoring women in the arts. The day includes family-friendly arts activities highlighting women in history\, musical performances by local women singers\, interpreter-led gallery tours\, and more!  \nIncluded with general admission.   \nSchedule\n11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. – Arts & Crafts for Social Change  \nArts and crafts can serve as an important vehicle for self-expression and to promote social change. Join us for this family-friendly activity including activities for young folks from early childhood on up!   \n1:00–2:00 p.m. – Musical Performance by Amy Lowe   \nVocalist and musician Amy Lowe brings a collection of songs written by some of the most powerful and influential singers and songwriters of our time\, such as Joni Mitchell\, Nina Simone\, Bette Midler\, Deitra Farr\, Mercedes Sosa as well as some of her own original compositions. \n2:00–3:00 p.m. – HERstory Musical Performance   \nChicago cabaret artists Anita Kallen and Catherine Thomson salute the gutsy gals who boldly defied society’s conventions—going where no woman had gone before—and achieved groundbreaking female “Firsts” with their HERstory Musical Show!   \nWith songs by Harold Arlen\, Stephen Schwartz\, Dolly Parton\, Tom Lehrer\, Kander & Ebb\, and Sara Bareilles\, among others\, Anita and Catherine share inspiring stories of amazing women and their trailblazing triumphs. 
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/commemorative-day-womens-history-month-2025/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Commemorative Day
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SUMMARY:Public Gallery Tour | Chicago: Crossroads of America
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a good place to start your museum visit? Join a knowledgeable volunteer guide for a tour of our permanent exhibition\, Chicago: Crossroads of America. No matter your historical knowledge\, it’s a fantastic opportunity to experience this fascinating exhibit and learn in a group setting.    
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/public-gallery-tour-chicago-crossroads-of-america-3-26-2025/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Gallery Tour
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SUMMARY:Public Gallery Tour | Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a good place to start your museum visit? 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.    
URL:https://www.chicagohistory.org/event/public-gallery-tour-dressed-in-history-a-costume-collection-retrospective-3-27-2025/
LOCATION:Chicago History Museum\, 1601 N. Clark St.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60614\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Gallery Tour
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