Hood by Hood: Discovering Chicago’s Neighborhoods This week, explore the rich history of the neighborhood of Pilsen. When Mexican and Central Americans immigrants came to Chicago, they faced many challenges. … Learn More
Today we’re kicking off our weekday CHM at Home family activities! These daily challenges are an opportunity for your family to learn and have fun together. Over the next two … Learn More
The Chicago History Museum is here to support families during these uncertain times. We know that especially now, it is more vital than ever that we stay connected with one … Learn More
Nicknamed the “The King of Fashion,” Paul Poiret was known for turning nineteenth-century couture tradition on its head and ushering in the modern era of garment design. Born on April … Learn More
Story Time Read or listen to the audio of the Best of the Fair, then make a puppet of your favorite character. Use your puppet to tell your favorite part … Learn More
Map Your Visit to the Fair Use a map of the 1893 fairgrounds to plot your imaginary visit to the world’s fair! Along the way, discover some of the exciting … Learn More
Souvenir Shopping Souvenirs help us remember the places we have visited and fun times we’ve had. People who went to the 1893 world’s fair bought lots of souvenirs! Have fun … Learn More
Design It! What would a modern world’s fair include? Be a designer and make a prototype of an invention you would display or create a map showing what your modern … Learn More
Hood by Hood: Discovering Chicago’s Neighborhoods Explore the rich cultures of Chicago’s 77 neighborhoods through our weekly challenge! Every Monday, delve into the history of a Chicago neighborhood and the … Learn More
Storytelling is at the core of who we are as humans. It is how we learn, identify ourselves, and connect to others in the past, the present and the future. … Learn More
