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Commemorative Day

Commemorative Day | Women’s History Month

Sat. Mar. 22, 11:00 AM

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!

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The Guild Presents | International Women’s Day

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

Presented in partnership with International Women Associates, The Guild of the Chicago History Museum invites you to a panel talk featuring Nada Draz, Consul General of Egypt in Chicago, Verónika Bustamante, Consul General of Peru in Chicago, and Georgia Tasiopoulou, Consul of Greece in Chicago.

Partner Event | Breaking Barriers: B-Girls Global Takeover

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

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.

Panel Discussion | Chicago Latina Trailblazers

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

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.

Public Gallery Tour | Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective

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

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.    

Public Gallery Tour | Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective

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

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.    

Commemorative Day | Women’s History Month

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

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!

Public Gallery Tour | Chicago: Crossroads of America

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

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.    

Public Gallery Tour | Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective

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

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.    

Partner Event | Chicago Interfaith Trolley Tour

American Islamic College 640 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL

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.

Urban History Seminar | “Aquí en Chicago”

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

Dr. Elena Gonzales, CHM Curator of Civic Engagement and Social Justice, and Rebekah Coffman, CHM Curator of Religion and Community History, will discuss the Museum’s ongoing project and upcoming exhibition, Aquí en Chicago.

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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