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Animation Celebration

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

Are you an animation fan? Do you want to learn more about hand-drawn, computer based, 3-D animation? JOIN US for a day dedicated to celebrating the art of animation with 2 film screenings of the best, new animation from around the world! And stick around for ANIMATION STATIONS, included with your movie or Museum ticket!...

$12

Family Event: Native American Heritage Month

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

Did you know that Chicago is home to one of the largest urban Indigenous populations in the US, with more than 65,000 Native Americans living in the metropolitan area? Join us to celebrate the city’s vibrant Native communities and a history that spans centuries. Included with general admission; RSVP not required.

Included in general admission

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Commemorative Day

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

Join us to celebrate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This family-friendly day features musical performances, interactive activities, community organizations, and more! Included with admission, which is FREE for Illinois residents on this day.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of How to Celebrate Martin Luther...

Free

Family Event: Presidents’ Day

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

Our family-friendly Presidents’ Day event features hands-on activities designed for families with young children. Let our nation’s leader know what you’re thinking with our “Letter to the President” activity. All letters will be mailed to the White House. Included with admission, which is FREE for Illinois residents on this day.

Free

Family Event: Black History Month

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

Did you know that the origins of Black History Month can be traced back to Chicago and the Bronzeville neighborhood? Come celebrate the history and contributions of this vital third of our city’s population through activities that center on this year’s theme of “African Americans and the Arts.” Fun for all ages! Included with general...

Included in general admission

Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

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

The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidents’ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2023–24 Illinois resident FREE days include: March 12, 27–28; April 10, 18, 24; May 1, 27, 29   For information on more events like this, check out our...

Free

Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

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

The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidents’ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2023–24 Illinois resident FREE days include: March 12, 27–28; April 10, 18, 24; May 1, 27, 29   For information on more events like this, check out our...

Free

Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day

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

The Museum offers free days to Illinois residents throughout the year, including commemorative days like Presidents’ Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and Fourth of July. Upcoming 2023–24 Illinois resident FREE days include: March 12, 27–28; April 10, 18, 24; May 1, 27, 29   For information on more events like this, check out our...

Free

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