Member Events
Enjoy special events just for members of the Chicago History Museum.
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Savings at the North & Clark Café
Monday, May 14 – Sunday, May 20
Order up! From local Intelligentsia coffee to scrumptious fresh scones, North & Clark Café is a perfect oasis after a fulfilling day of museum exploring. Between May 14 and 20, enjoy a 20 percent discount.
100 Years of Studs Terkel
Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 p.m.
Join our 100th birthday celebration for Louis “Studs” Terkel, one-time historian-in-residence at the Museum and one of the nation’s most treasured oral historians. WFMT Critic-at-Large Andrew Patner explores Studs’s life, legacy, and contributions to history through radio and TV clips from his 75-year broadcast career.
This event is open to the public.
Cost: $15, $10 members
Magic for Members Only
Sunday, June 10, 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Enjoy a special introduction to our brand-new exhibition Magic. At this exclusive members’ event, learn about the creation of the show from curator John Russick and watch wonderful performances by a local magician. The event includes a private viewing of the gallery and a reception with refreshments.
Cost: $15 members, $20 guests
RSVP by June 4
Independence Day Membership Sale
Wednesday, July 4, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Happy Fourth of July! Join or renew your membership at a discounted rate during the Museum’s 53rd annual Fourth of July celebration. For details, visit the membership table during the festivities.
It’s Sailing Season
This summer, take advantage of one of your favorite member benefits and set sail with Chicago Line Cruises. Museum members receive $10 off per ticket to the company’s daily cruises, showcasing some of Chicago’s most breathtaking views.
For tickets, visit www.chicagoline.com or call 312.527.2002. Have your Museum member number handy!
