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Chicago History Minute

On September 2, 1890, Standard Oil completed its refinery in Whiting, and the town developed into a growing site for commercial enterprise and trade.
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Upcoming Events

Exploring the City

Discover Chicago with Chicago History Museum tours.

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Special Events

Special daytime and evening events.

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Films

Films playing at the Museum.

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Lectures and Seminars

Upcoming lecture and discussion programs at the Museum.

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Member Events

Discover the special events we have planned for our members.

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Print Calendar

Download a copy of our print calendar.

> Summer 2010 Calendar (PDF, 2 MB)

Chicago Amplified

Listen to Chicago History Museum events.

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Upcoming Events

Prost, Oktoberfest!
Sunday, September 12, 6:00–8:00 p.m.

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Upcoming Events

The Wright Kind of History, Saturday, September 11; 1:00-5:00 p.m.
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Upcoming Events

Arusi Persian Wedding Sunday, September 12; 1:30 p.m.
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Upcoming Events

Dive into Chicago's history on a professionally guided tour on the Chicago River.
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