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Welcome to the Chicago History Museum
EXPLORE OUR FEATURED EXHIBITIONS
Aquí en Chicago
Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s
Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till
US at 250: Carlos Flores & Deon Reed
Aquí en Chicago
Aquí en Chicago
traces the lives of Latino/a/e communities that have maintained a persistent cultural presence and flourished in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
Learn More
Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s
Chicago activists in the 1960s and ‘70s used design to amplify their visions of a more just world and to fight for social change.
Learn More
Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till
In 1955, the murder of Emmett Till, a Black teenager from Chicago, and the subsequent criminal trial in Mississippi attracted international attention and sparked the Civil Rights Movement.
Learn More
US at 250: Carlos Flores & Deon Reed
From April to June, see portable, altar-inspired monuments by artists Carlos Flores and Deon Reed in response to the Northwest Ordinance.
Learn more
EXPLORE OUR FEATURED EXHIBITIONS
Aquí en Chicago
Aquí en Chicago
traces the lives of Latino/a/e communities that have maintained a persistent cultural presence and flourished in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
Learn More
Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s
Chicago activists in the 1960s and ‘70s used design to amplify their visions of a more just world and to fight for social change.
Learn More
Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till
In 1955, the murder of Emmett Till, a Black teenager from Chicago, and the subsequent criminal trial in Mississippi attracted international attention and sparked the Civil Rights Movement.
Learn More
US at 250: Carlos Flores & Deon Reed
From April to June, see portable, altar-inspired monuments by artists Carlos Flores and Deon Reed in response to the Northwest Ordinance.
Learn more
Aquí en Chicago
Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s
Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till
US at 250: Carlos Flores & Deon Reed
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT CHM?
Explore the city with our expert guides, delve into our exhibitions through thematic programs, or discover Chicago history through family-friendly activities.
view full event calendar
US at 250: Civic Action in Chicago
Lobby installations, new and updated exhibitions, and programming throughout 2026
On the 250th anniversary of our nation’s Declaration of Independence, we’re asking questions about our nation’s democracy in progress.
Learn More
UPCOMING EVENTS
SUN. APR. 26, 1:00 P.M.
Partner Event | Chicago Interfaith Trolley Tour
Hosted by American Islamic College, Chicago Theological Seminary, and The Lutheran School of Theology, this trolley tour stops at three sacred spaces on the South Side of Chicago and begins and ends with a reception at the Chicago Theological Seminary.
Learn more
BUY TICKETS
explore
SUN. APR. 26, 2:00 P.M.
Chicago’s Women in Jazz: The Sound of the City
This collaboration between the Chicago Jazz Alliance and Tammy McCann Presents showcases the city’s local talent and the “unrelenting genius” of women who have helped build Chicago’s unique jazz identity.
Learn more
RESERVE TICKETS
explore
WED. JUN. 3, 6:00 P.M.
32nd Annual Making History Awards
The Making History Awards celebrate the accomplishments of individuals or corporations who have left their mark on Chicago. Join us as we share each of our honorees’ unique stories.
Learn more
Register for the event
explore
SAT. JUN. 13, 12:30 P.M.
Partner Event | Dave Truitt Film Series – “Holding Pattern”
Join us for the world premiere of
Holding Pattern
(2026), a documentary film that explores the divisive proposal of a third Chicagoland airport.
Learn more
RSVP
explore
LEARN AND CONNECT WITH CHM
CHM strives to be a destination for learning, inspiration and civic engagement. Through dynamic exhibitions, tours, programs, digital resources, and special events, the Museum connects people to Chicago’s history and to each other.
About Us
23 Mil
Objects in our collections
66,000+
General admission visitors each year
27,000+
Student field trip visitors each year
74
City tours held throughout the year
ABAKANOWICZ RESEARCH CENTER
Home to the Chicago History Museum’s archives, manuscripts, photographs, and more, the Abakanowicz Research Center (ARC) is one of the premier research facilities in Chicago. With free admission, the ARC helps fulfill the Museum’s mission to be a destination for learning and to connect people to Chicago’s history. We look forward to welcoming you!
Learn More
Support the Museum
SUPPORT OUR MISSION BY BECOMING A MEMBER
Membership offers ways to engage with others who love the city of Chicago and its history and opportunities to interact with our award-winning staff. Enjoy free admission, behind-the-scenes experiences, special discounts, and more!
Join Now
Close
Partner Event | Chicago Interfaith Trolley Tour
SUN. APR. 26,
1:00 P.M.
$15
Hosted by American Islamic College, Chicago Theological Seminary, and The Lutheran School of Theology, this trolley tour stops at three sacred spaces on the South Side of Chicago and begins and ends with a reception at the Chicago Theological Seminary.
Learn more
BUY TICKETS
Close
Chicago’s Women in Jazz: The Sound of the City
SUN. APR. 26,
2:00 P.M.
This collaboration between the Chicago Jazz Alliance and Tammy McCann Presents showcases the city’s local talent and the “unrelenting genius” of women who have helped build Chicago’s unique jazz identity.
Learn more
RESERVE TICKETS
Close
32nd Annual Making History Awards
WED. JUN. 3,
6:00 P.M.
The Making History Awards celebrate the accomplishments of individuals or corporations who have left their mark on Chicago. Join us as we share each of our honorees’ unique stories.
Learn more
Register for the event
Close
Partner Event | Dave Truitt Film Series – “Holding Pattern”
SAT. JUN. 13,
12:30 P.M.
Free; RSVP required
Join us for the world premiere of
Holding Pattern
(2026), a documentary film that explores the divisive proposal of a third Chicagoland airport.
Learn more
RSVP
Stay in the Loop with Chicago History Museum!
Sign up with your email address to receive the latest news about upcoming events, behind-the-scene looks at exhibitions, compelling stories about real Chicagoans, and much more.
Translate »
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Welcome to the Chicago History Museum
EXPLORE OUR FEATURED EXHIBITIONS
Aquí en Chicago
Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s
Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till
US at 250: Carlos Flores & Deon Reed
Aquí en Chicago
Aquí en Chicago
traces the lives of Latino/a/e communities that have maintained a persistent cultural presence and flourished in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
Learn More
Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s
Chicago activists in the 1960s and ‘70s used design to amplify their visions of a more just world and to fight for social change.
Learn More
Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till
In 1955, the murder of Emmett Till, a Black teenager from Chicago, and the subsequent criminal trial in Mississippi attracted international attention and sparked the Civil Rights Movement.
Learn More
US at 250: Carlos Flores & Deon Reed
From April to June, see portable, altar-inspired monuments by artists Carlos Flores and Deon Reed in response to the Northwest Ordinance.
Learn more
EXPLORE OUR FEATURED EXHIBITIONS
Aquí en Chicago
Aquí en Chicago
traces the lives of Latino/a/e communities that have maintained a persistent cultural presence and flourished in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
Learn More
Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s
Chicago activists in the 1960s and ‘70s used design to amplify their visions of a more just world and to fight for social change.
Learn More
Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till
In 1955, the murder of Emmett Till, a Black teenager from Chicago, and the subsequent criminal trial in Mississippi attracted international attention and sparked the Civil Rights Movement.
Learn More
US at 250: Carlos Flores & Deon Reed
From April to June, see portable, altar-inspired monuments by artists Carlos Flores and Deon Reed in response to the Northwest Ordinance.
Learn more
Aquí en Chicago
Designing for Change: Chicago Protest Art of the 1960s–70s
Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till
US at 250: Carlos Flores & Deon Reed
WHAT’S HAPPENING AT CHM?
Explore the city with our expert guides, delve into our exhibitions through thematic programs, or discover Chicago history through family-friendly activities.
view full event calendar
US at 250: Civic Action in Chicago
Lobby installations, new and updated exhibitions, and programming throughout 2026
On the 250th anniversary of our nation’s Declaration of Independence, we’re asking questions about our nation’s democracy in progress.
Learn More
UPCOMING EVENTS
SUN. APR. 26, 1:00 P.M.
Partner Event | Chicago Interfaith Trolley Tour
Hosted by American Islamic College, Chicago Theological Seminary, and The Lutheran School of Theology, this trolley tour stops at three sacred spaces on the South Side of Chicago and begins and ends with a reception at the Chicago Theological Seminary.
Learn more
BUY TICKETS
explore
SUN. APR. 26, 2:00 P.M.
Chicago’s Women in Jazz: The Sound of the City
This collaboration between the Chicago Jazz Alliance and Tammy McCann Presents showcases the city’s local talent and the “unrelenting genius” of women who have helped build Chicago’s unique jazz identity.
Learn more
RESERVE TICKETS
explore
WED. JUN. 3, 6:00 P.M.
32nd Annual Making History Awards
The Making History Awards celebrate the accomplishments of individuals or corporations who have left their mark on Chicago. Join us as we share each of our honorees’ unique stories.
Learn more
Register for the event
explore
SAT. JUN. 13, 12:30 P.M.
Partner Event | Dave Truitt Film Series – “Holding Pattern”
Join us for the world premiere of
Holding Pattern
(2026), a documentary film that explores the divisive proposal of a third Chicagoland airport.
Learn more
RSVP
explore
LEARN AND CONNECT WITH CHM
CHM strives to be a destination for learning, inspiration and civic engagement. Through dynamic exhibitions, tours, programs, digital resources, and special events, the Museum connects people to Chicago’s history and to each other.
About Us
23 Mil
Objects in our collections
66,000+
General admission visitors each year
27,000+
Student field trip visitors each year
74
City tours held throughout the year
ABAKANOWICZ RESEARCH CENTER
Home to the Chicago History Museum’s archives, manuscripts, photographs, and more, the Abakanowicz Research Center (ARC) is one of the premier research facilities in Chicago. With free admission, the ARC helps fulfill the Museum’s mission to be a destination for learning and to connect people to Chicago’s history. We look forward to welcoming you!
Learn More
Support the Museum
SUPPORT OUR MISSION BY BECOMING A MEMBER
Membership offers ways to engage with others who love the city of Chicago and its history and opportunities to interact with our award-winning staff. Enjoy free admission, behind-the-scenes experiences, special discounts, and more!
Join Now
Close
Partner Event | Chicago Interfaith Trolley Tour
SUN. APR. 26,
1:00 P.M.
$15
Hosted by American Islamic College, Chicago Theological Seminary, and The Lutheran School of Theology, this trolley tour stops at three sacred spaces on the South Side of Chicago and begins and ends with a reception at the Chicago Theological Seminary.
Learn more
BUY TICKETS
Close
Chicago’s Women in Jazz: The Sound of the City
SUN. APR. 26,
2:00 P.M.
This collaboration between the Chicago Jazz Alliance and Tammy McCann Presents showcases the city’s local talent and the “unrelenting genius” of women who have helped build Chicago’s unique jazz identity.
Learn more
RESERVE TICKETS
Close
32nd Annual Making History Awards
WED. JUN. 3,
6:00 P.M.
The Making History Awards celebrate the accomplishments of individuals or corporations who have left their mark on Chicago. Join us as we share each of our honorees’ unique stories.
Learn more
Register for the event
Close
Partner Event | Dave Truitt Film Series – “Holding Pattern”
SAT. JUN. 13,
12:30 P.M.
Free; RSVP required
Join us for the world premiere of
Holding Pattern
(2026), a documentary film that explores the divisive proposal of a third Chicagoland airport.
Learn more
RSVP
Stay in the Loop with Chicago History Museum!
Sign up with your email address to receive the latest news about upcoming events, behind-the-scene looks at exhibitions, compelling stories about real Chicagoans, and much more.
Translate »