Louann Hamilton, Chicago Transportation Alliance President, will take us on a journey through the history of Chicago street transportation, relating how shared use in the early part of the 20th century evolved into auto-oriented dominence, and how she and others are working with city government to foster transformation to a Safe Streets for All policy.
Rosehill has always been a resting place for Rogers Park/ and West Ridge families. Tour the cemetery through local eyes for a new look at neighborhood history.
Spend an evening with Alderwoman Debra Silverstein as she discusses City Council, the legislation she is sponsoring and her vision for the future of the 50th Ward and for Chicago.
Join popular tour guide Glenna Eaves to learn how Howard Street became one of Chicago’s premier entertainment venues and how the street continues to evolve.
Members and non-members are welcome to attend a brief review of 2024, election of Board of Directors and presentation by Newberry Library Vice President on Indigenous Chicago, an exploration of our regional history through indigenous voices.
Mark the third anniversary of the invasion of Eastern Ukraine by learning more about how ordinary Ukrainians are experiencing the turmoil in their country. Lida Nedilsky, North Park University Sociology Professor, spent last summer meeting Ukrainians and documenting their stories.
Once again, we’ll be hosting local artisans at our Office, 7363 North Greenview, as part of the annual “Shop Jarvis Square” celebration. Stop in to say hello and shop for […]
Edward Newell Ware (1892-1919): A Unique Life of Selfless Service By Gustavo Azevedo In 1930, the first Gold Star pilgrimage took place. Hundreds of American mothers and widows of fallen […]
Eddie O’Hare was known as a “front man” for Al Capone who kept a secret hideaway apartment in Rogers Park to hide from his enemies. After his murder in 1939, his son “Butch” O’Hare became a war hero whose name lives on in Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport.
Courtroom Artist John Michael Downs was a witness to some of the most significant legal cases in Chicago history the Chicago Daily News and Chicago Sun-Times.