Industry and Innovation
PRIMARY SOURCE TYPE: 3D OBJECTS Complete an in-depth exploration of a common household item to uncover the history hidden in everyday objects. Show Me a Flowerpot By comparing and contrasting … Learn More
Topic: Innovation
Transportation History
PRIMARY SOURCE TYPE: 2D OBJECTS, 3D OBJECTS Explore Chicago’s prominent role in the history of the railroads through transportation artifacts—both past and present. The Golden Spike Students will read “Joseph’s … Learn More
Playing in Chicago
PRIMARY SOURCE TYPE: 3D OBJECTS, DOCUMENTS From bicycles to electric trains to paper dolls, Chicagoland was once home to an enormous toy industry. Chicago companies brought new kinds of toys … Learn More
The First Ferris Wheel
PRIMARY SOURCE TYPE: 2D OBJECTS, PHOTOGRAPHS, DOCUMENTS When the Ferris wheel was introduced it inspired awe and wonder. The world’s first Ferris wheel was invented for Chicago’s Columbian Exposition of … Learn More