Cycle back to 1893 with Greg Borzo, author of Where to Bike Chicago. Pedal past sites related to the world’s fair and discover its lasting influence on Chicago. Uncover Daniel Burnham’s grand plans and the devilish doings of H. H. Holmes. Tour includes 20 miles of biking and ends at Midway Plaisance Park in Hyde Park.
With millions of items in our care, we can show only a small percentage at a time, but members get the chance to go behind the scenes and see artifacts not on view to the public.
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Join us in the Research Center where we’ll use Sanborn Fire Insurance maps to take a virtual walk through the past.
FREE, members only, but space is limited; RSVP required.
Inspired by the Museum’s newest exhibition, American Medina: Stories of Muslim Chicago, this series gathers local experts to discuss topics rooted in history, politics, and civic life of Chicago Muslims. Each dynamic panel conversation is shaped by lived experiences and moderated by Radio Islam host and producer Tariq El-Amin. Join us as we dive into life, politics, and perceptions in the American Medina.
Inspired by the Museum’s newestexhibition, American Medina: Stories of Muslim Chicago, this series gathers local experts to discuss topics rooted in history, politics, and civic life in Chicago. Each dynamic panel conversation is shaped by the lived experiences of the speakers and moderated by radio host and producer Tariq El-Amin while highlighting themes from the exhibition including journey, identity and faith.