Events at CHM

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Member Event | Members’ Open House

Wed. May 28, 4:00 PM

Our annual Members’ Open House provides members and Historical Alliance with exclusive access to the Museum's exhibitions, collections, and staff. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to go behind the scenes

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Summer Screenings | Perfect 10

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL

The Chicago History Museum is excited to be a host again for Summer Screenings, Cinema/Chicago’s annual free film series!

Partner Event | A Salute to Dave Truitt

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL

The Chicago History Museum cordially invites you to the inaugural presentation of the John Callaway Documentary Award to Dave Truitt for his commitment to documentaries that celebrate and preserve the history of Illinois, Chicago, and the surrounding area.

Member Event | History of Motorsports

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL

CHM members are invited to a panel discussion with Julie Giese, Stan Kalwasinski, Pete Pistone, Shermann “Dilla” Thomas!

Summer Screenings | Lies We Tell

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL

The Chicago History Museum is excited to be a host again for Summer Screenings, Cinema/Chicago’s annual free film series!

Partner Event | Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom

DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center 740 East 56th Place, Chicago, IL

We’re excited to be a part of the DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center’s Juneteenth celebration!

SOLD OUT! Partner Event | Civic Engagement or Bust!

Jane Addams Hull-House Museum 800 S. Halsted St., Chicago, IL

This Civic Season, Hull-House Museum will partner with the Chicago History Museum and Made By Us to present: Civic Stories, Civic Songs. At this community-building event, we will gather to eat, sing, and share stories of civic engagement.

Summer Screenings | Killing Jesus

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL

The Chicago History Museum is excited to be a host again for Summer Screenings, Cinema/Chicago’s annual free film series!

Experience History Together

Experience History Together

Adult Group Tours

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.

History Happy Hour 2/26/2019

Create Historic Moments

Create Historic Moments

Host an Event

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.

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