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Chicago History Museum
Chicago History Museum Illinois Resident Free Day
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesThe 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 2024 Illinois resident FREE days include: August 28; September 2, 25; October 14, 23; November 5, 11, 20; December 18 For information on more events like this,...
Independence Day Program
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us on Thursday, July 4 at 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for a day full of indoor and outdoor activities! Enjoy gallery tours, performances, artmaking, family-friendly trivia, games, crafts, a collaborative mural, opportunities to connect with civics-focused organizations in Chicago, and more. Rather than a traditional formal program on the plaza, our festivities will give visitors...
Civic Season: Independence Day
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesWhat actions will you take to be a more engaged citizen? How will you stay informed about issues affecting your community? Find inspiration for your civic participation. Connect with community-serving organizations, learn about the civic superheroes of our past, and explore your creativity during multiple art workshops. Included with admission, which is FREE for Illinois...
Civic Season: Community Day
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesDuring this year’s Civic Season at CHM, the Museum will serve as a space to help Chicagoans connect with their community, build new skills, and provide a roadmap to future community participation so we may all be more informed and engaged citizens. Activities include hands-on arts and crafts with local teaching artists, facilitator-led exploration of...
Civic Season: Community Day
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesDuring this year’s Civic Season at CHM, the Museum will serve as a space to help Chicagoans connect with their community, build new skills, and provide a roadmap to future community participation so we may all be more informed and engaged citizens. Activities include hands-on arts and crafts with local teaching artists, facilitator-led exploration of...
Opening Weekend of Designing for Change
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us to celebrate the opening of Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s! Our newest exhibition looks at five major social movements of the 1960s and 1970s through the lens of graphic art. The day includes interactive arts-making, expert speakers, guided tours of the exhibition, and more!
Commemorative Day: Women’s History Month
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us as we celebrate the contributions women have made to Chicago’s history and current landscape. In 2024, CHM will honor the National Women’s History Month’s theme of “Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion” with a set of interactive activities that highlight the actions of women of all backgrounds and the continuing need...
Family Event: Black History Month
Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United StatesDid 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...
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