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Chicago History Museum features featured exhibitions including Aquí en Chicago, which traces Latino/a/e communities in the city, and Injustice: The Trial for the Murder of Emmett Till, exploring the 1955 case that sparked the Civil Rights Movement. The Facing Freedom exhibition examines questions of freedom through women's suffrage and school boycotts, while US at 250: Barrett Keithley presents a mural installation exploring the US Constitution's impact. Visitors browse the Museum Store for Chicago sports gear, jewelry from local designers, historic prints, and CTA merchandise. The venue hosts trolley tours highlighting South Side LGBTQIA+ histories, walking tours of Pilsen murals, and educator seminars. Illinois residents 18 and younger receive free admission on select days. Chicago residents get $5 off adult admission. EBT and WIC cardholders pay $3. RAILS members receive $3 off general admission. The museum is located in Chicago, Illinois. Details about hours and ticket purchases are available at chicagohistory.org.
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Hours: Tuesday–Saturday 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Sunday 12:00–5:00 p.m.
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5 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Nov 1 · 12:00 pmEvent
Presented in partnership with Fashion Film Festival Chicago, this program explores how fashion tells stories of identity, culture, memory, and personal expression through film and conversation.
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“November 1 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Partner Event | Stories We Wear: Fashion as Visual Narrative”
Nov 7 · 11:00 amEvent
Chicago Film Archives and the Chicago Film Society present Chicago Home Movie Day at the Chicago History Museum, featuring live piano accompaniment from pianist David Drazin.
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“November 7 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Chicago Home Movie Day 2026”
Nov 8Event
Families bid adiós to the Aquí en Chicago exhibition with a day full of fun activities, tours, talks, music, and more at the Chicago History Museum.
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“November 8 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm "Aquí en Chicago" Closing Program”
Nov 14Event
The Chicago History Museum hosts a free screening of Making Waves: Battle for the Great Lakes, followed by a panel discussion featuring filmmakers and experts.
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“November 14 @ 12:30 pm - 3:00 pm Partner Event | Dave Truitt Film Series – "Making Waves: Battle for the Great Lakes"”
Dec 13Event
The Chicago History Museum celebrates the nation's 250th anniversary with a screening of a documentary on Muslims in America, followed by an interfaith dialogue.
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“December 13 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm America 250: Muslims in America | Documentary Screening & Interfaith Dialogue”
Discounted admission of $3 for individuals and families presenting an EBT card (max 4 adults)
“The Chicago History Museum is pleased to offer a discounted admission fee of $3 to individuals and families presenting an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.”
Discounted admission fee of $3 for WIC recipients
“WIC: The Museum offers a discounted admission fee of $3.”
Chicago residents receive $5 off adult admission
“Chicago residents get $3 off the cost of Senior and Student admission and $5 off the cost of Adult admission.”
Free admission for Illinois residents on select days throughout the year
“Additionally, admission is free for Illinois residents 18 years and younger.”
RAILS members receive $3 off general admission
“RAILS Members: Receive $3 off a general admission ticket to the Museum.”
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