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In March of 2004, Mayor Richard M. Daley announced that his controversial shutting of Meigs Field a year earlier would allow for a public park, as envisioned in the 1909 Plan of Chicago.
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Films

Join us for a variety of film screenings, from timely documentaries to family favorites.


Project Sunday

Project SundayJoin us for our monthly documentary film series!

Screenings begin at 1:30 p.m.

Cost:
Free with Museum admission; reservations required.

Rumrunners, Moonshiners, and Bootleggers

Sunday, April 18, 1:30 p.m.

Revisit the rough-and-tumble days of Prohibition with a candid look at its legacy. Filled with extraordinary tales, rarely seen footage, and a host of captivating photos, this documentary is an unforgettable portrait of one of the most compelling eras in our history. Presented in collaboration with the History Channel. 100 minutes

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Dirt! The Movie

Sunday, May 2, 1:30 p.m.

It’s under our feet and under our fingernails, but what is it? And how did it get there? Inspired by William Bryant Logan’s acclaimed book, Dirt: The Ecstatic Skin of the Earth, find out how industrial farming, mining, and urban development have led us toward cataclysmic droughts, starvation, floods, and climate change. Dirt is a part of everything we eat, drink and breathe, which is why we should stop treating it like, well, dirt. 60 minutes

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Refund Policy:
Refunds for a tour will be given in the form of tour credit which can be applied to another tour. Credit will be given with a minimum of two weeks notice prior to the day of the tour. No exceptions.

Weather Hotline:
The Museum maintains a Weather Hotline to provide updates about weather-related delays or cancellations. If you think your program or tour may be affected by inclement weather, please call 312.799.2009 for the most current information.

Sign Language Interpretation:
The Chicago History Museum is happy to offer sign language interpretation at any of its public programs. Please contact the Public Programs Manager, at least 48 hours prior to the day of the event in order to accommodate this request 312.642.4600

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