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City Tour | Walking Tour
On this walking tour led by CHM director of exhibitions Paul Durica, hear the story of seven significant presidential nominating conventions in Chicago.
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Presented in partnership with the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum, CHM members are invited to explore the historical and social foundations that inspired several of Chicago’s famous haunted tales.
Presented in partnership with the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum, CHM members are invited to explore the historical and social foundations that inspired several of Chicago’s famous haunted tales.
Presented in partnership with the Jane Addams Hull-House Museum, CHM members are invited to explore the historical and social foundations that inspired several of Chicago’s famous haunted tales.
Members get exclusive updates from staff and board members, as well as a talk on Chicago's theatre history with author Mark Larson and TimeLine Theatre.
From Friday, December 1, through Friday, December 8, CHM members and Historical Alliance get 20 percent off at the Museum Store and North & Clark Café!
This holiday season, get in the spirit of the Jazz Age at our annual Members’ Holiday Party!
Join Zbigniew Banas, Michael J. Kutza, and Jan M. Lorys as they discuss the relationship between Chicago and Polish film.
CHM members are invited to learn more about the history and significance of the Bronzeville neighborhood with Bernard Turner, executive director of the Bronzeville-Black Metropolis National Heritage Area.
Members are invited to a talk featuring author Mark Larson, Chicago Tribune columnist Rick Kogan, and CHM chief historian and director of the Studs Terkel Center for Oral History Peter T. Alter.
CHM members and Historical Alliance are invited to join director of research and access Ellen Keith and reference librarian Maggie Cusick as they demonstrate the process of conducting research on your house’s history.
Join us for the members-only reception for the opening of our newest exhibition Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s! Members get exclusive access to the gallery that morning, with a buffet brunch and panel discussion.
CHM members are invited to a panel discussion with Julie Giese, Stan Kalwasinski, Pete Pistone, Shermann “Dilla” Thomas!
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.
