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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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Summer Screenings | Chiara

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!

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NASCAR Chicago Street Race Pop-Up

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

The NASCAR Chicago Street Race and the Chicago History Museum have teamed up for a limited time pop-up experience showcasing the history of racing in Chicago and highlighting last year’s inaugural 2023 Chicago Street Race located in the entry hall of the Museum.

Historical Alliance | Paper Conservation Lab Tour

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

Historical Alliance donors are invited to tour our Paper Conservation Lab with CHM conservator for paper and photographs Liz Sorokin!

Summer Screenings | Klondike

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

Summer Screenings | All of a Sudden

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!

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!

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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