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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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Presented in partnership with Chicago Dance History Project and NEXUS Performing Arts, Skylar Males moderates a panel talk with B-girl Loki, B-girl Mel, and Lady Champ.
Steven A. Riess, Bernard Brommel Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus at Northeastern Illinois University, presents “The Unknown History of Baseball Gambling, 1874–1950.”
Join us for a panel talk featuring Dr. Rita D. Hernández, Leticia Villarreal Sosa, and Elena R. Gutiérrez, coeditors of Chicago Latina Trailblazers: Testimonios of Political Activism.
Join us for an evening where music meets fashion history featuring world-renowned musicians Clarice Assad, Calum Cook, Christopher Guzman, and Philippe Quint.
Join a knowledgeable volunteer guide for a tour of our exhibition, Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective. No matter your historical knowledge, it’s a fantastic opportunity to experience this fascinating exhibit and learn in a group setting.
Join a knowledgeable volunteer guide for a tour of our exhibition, Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective. No matter your historical knowledge, it’s a fantastic opportunity to experience this fascinating exhibit and learn in a group setting.
Join us as we celebrate women who have used the arts as a way of promoting social change. The day includes hands-on activities for youth and families and more!
Join a knowledgeable volunteer guide for a tour of our permanent exhibition, Chicago: Crossroads of America. No matter your historical knowledge, it’s a fantastic opportunity to experience this fascinating exhibit and learn in a group setting.
Join a knowledgeable volunteer guide for a tour of our exhibition, Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective. No matter your historical knowledge, it’s a fantastic opportunity to experience this fascinating exhibit and learn in a group setting.
Hosted by The Hassan Institute for Interfaith Encounter at American Islamic College, The Interreligious Institute at Chicago Theological Seminary, and A Center for Christian-Muslim Engagement for Peace and Justice at The Lutheran School of Theology, this trolley tour stops at four sacred spaces on the North Side of Chicago and concludes with a reception at American Islamic College.
This educator workshop explores our exhibition Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till. Dr. Christopher Benson of Northwestern University will share his work on the historical significance of the murder of Emmett Till, and CHM educators will demonstrate a classroom activity based on courtroom drawings.
Dr. Elena Gonzales, CHM Curator of Civic Engagement and Social Justice, Rebekah Coffman, CHM Curator of Religion and Community History, and Jojo Galvan, CHM Digital Humanities Fellow, will discuss the Museum’s ongoing project and upcoming exhibition, Aquí en Chicago.
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.
