Chicago History Museum

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Not so long ago this vibrant museum was the stodgy ol' Chicago Historical Society, which let you cull through thousands of archived photographs and curio. Well, that library still exists, but joining it are several permanent and temporary exhibits, the largest of which is "Chicago: Crossroads of America," a treasure trove of historical objects, including a chunk of the original Fort Dearborn. Other exhibits include “Sensing Chicago” (kids swarm around the giant Chicago hot dog) and revolving displays showing off one of the world's largest costume collections.

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Venue name:	Chicago History Museum
Contact:	Visit Website Call Venue 312-642-4600
Address:	1601 N Clark St Chicago
Cross street:	at North Ave
Opening hours:	Mon, Wed–Sat 9:30am–4:30pm; Tue 9:30am–9pm; Sun noon–5pm
Transport:	El: Brown,Purple (rush hrs) to Sedgwick. Bus: 22, 36, 72, 73.
Price:	$14; seniors and students $12; members, kids 12 and under free
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“Silver Screen to Mainstream: American Fashion in the 1930s and ’40s”

The Chicago History Museum's latest exhibition demonstrates the influence that Hollywood held over fashion during the Great Depression, displaying a collection of glitzy gowns made by designers and at-home dressmakers. You'll find garments on display...
History Until Tuesday January 21 2020
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“Amplified: Chicago Blues”

Photographer Raeburn Flerlage documented Chicago blues musicians performing in the city in the ’50s and ’60s, providing an intimate look at some of the genre's biggest stars. "Amplified: Chicago Blues" sifts through a collection of than 1,000 of Flerlage's...

Music Until Saturday August 10 2019