Virtual Presentations for Groups
Delve into Chicago history from wherever you are!

Our new exclusive lectures can be enjoyed from the comfort of your home, your virtual office, or incorporated into your next virtual event.
Through the use of technology, we’re telling stories about the city’s past in compelling and innovative ways to an even broader audience. Chicago History Museum curatorial staff will take you through some of Chicago’s defining moments in history through the lens of its tragedies, triumphs, social justice, and diverse populations. These private sessions include a 30-minute lecture by one of our experts followed by a Q&A.
THE EXPERTS & THEIR TOPICS

In his role as the chief historian, Peter T. Alter works on exhibitions and online projects and teaches in DePaul University’s public history program. As the director of the Studs Terkel Center for Oral History, he develops new Museum oral history projects.
Peter's Topics
Working in Chicago
They Came to Chicago
Polish Chicago
The Black Sox and Chicago Baseball
Naming Chicago Neighborhoods

Charles E. Bethea has worked in museums for more than 25 years in several positions, including education, curatorial, and administration. At CHM, Bethea is responsible for overseeing all curatorial activities, providing an overall curatorial vision and direction, and prioritizing all work in the department. In addition, he provides direction for the Museum’s collecting agenda, including new acquisitions and deaccessions and the development of new exhibitions.
Charles's Topics
Sins of the Past: Understanding Where It All Began
Citizen Soldier: African Americans in Times of War
Remembering Dr. King: 1929–1968
Juneteenth
For More Information and Group Pricing
- EMAIL grouptours@chicagohistory.org
- CALL (312) 799-2162
- SIGN UP chicagohistory.org/grouptours
Please send in your request at least four weeks before the desired session date in order to ensure availability.