The Museum will be open on 7/4 for Independence Day; Free admission for IL residents. Learn more
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Civic Season
What actions will you take to be a more engaged citizen? How will you stay informed about issues affecting your community? Find inspiration for your civic participation.
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Presented in partnership with Know Your Chicago, join us for a tour and panel talk exploring the roles of stakeholders in deciding the fate of controversial monuments. CHM members receive preferred seating.
Presented in partnership with WTTW, join us for a preview of the fall 2023 season of Chicago Stories! WTTW’s Geoffrey Baer moderates a talk with producers Stacy Robinson, Eddie Griffin, and Dan Andries.
Betsy Schlabach of Lawrence University presents “Tracking Black Women's Informal Labor in Chicago's Municipal and Carceral Archives: A Closer Look at Bronzeville's Policy Game.”
Stories are always better when shared! Whether you are a professional tour operator, group planner, or you simply have a lot of friends and family, we have an experience for you. Customized itineraries, Museum tours, and city tours are just some of the ways in which we can specialize your group’s visit.
Sip cocktails next to one of Chicago’s first “L” cars. Dance the night away against a backdrop of Lincoln Park’s lush gardens. Celebrate your life-changing moments in a place dedicated to embracing memories.
