Mar. 5, 2026
Pope Leo XIV's Childhood Church, Chicago Stock Exchange Trading Room Endangered
Preservation Chicago adds historic church and Art Institute space to 2026 endangered list
Mar. 5, 2026
Immersive Anne Frank Exhibit Coming to Chicago Museum
The exhibit from the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam will open at the Museum of Science and Industry in May 2026.
Mar. 4, 2026
Rare Mary Lincoln Dress Displayed at ALPLM
First time the "strawberry dress" has been shown publicly in 15 years.
Mar. 4, 2026
Chicago Celebrates 189th Birthday
Mayor, cultural historian, and local businesses mark city's incorporation anniversary.
Mar. 4, 2026
Chicago Celebrates 189th Birthday
Mayor Brandon Johnson hosts party at Looking Glass Theater Company
Mar. 2, 2026
Flossmoor Unveils Digital Showcase of Village's Architectural Gems
Interactive map highlights historic homes and aims to boost tourism, real estate, and community preservation efforts.
Mar. 2, 2026
Pulaski Day Holiday Observed in Chicago
What's open and closed in the city on the annual celebration of Polish-American heritage
Mar. 2, 2026
Anne Frank Exhibit Brings Secret Annex to Chicago's MSI
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry will host 'Anne Frank The Exhibition', a recreation of the hiding place where Anne Frank and her family lived during WWII.
Mar. 2, 2026
American Writers Museum Announces Pop-Up Exhibit and More for America250 Celebration
Declarations: 250 Years of Writing Toward Independence on display June 18 to September 7, 2026, explores text and ideals of the Declaration of Independence.
Feb. 28, 2026
Chicago Honors WWII Hero Namesake of O'Hare Airport
Edward 'Butch' O'Hare's heroic actions during the war led to the naming of one of the busiest airports in the world.
Feb. 27, 2026
Portage Theater Reopening Process Moves Forward with Back Taxes Paid
New owner Chris Bauman aims to revive the historic Chicago venue after years of closure.
Feb. 26, 2026
Polo Historians Uncover Underground Railroad History
Researchers document northwest Illinois' role in the abolitionist movement.
Feb. 24, 2026
Chicago Awarded 1893 World's Fair
City beats out competition to host major international exposition
Feb. 24, 2026
Woman Explores Father's Study of Interracial Couples in New Memoir
Dorothy Roberts' book "The Mixed Marriage Project" examines her dad's research on interracial relationships in Chicago.
Feb. 24, 2026
Illinois Group Works to Preserve Underground Railroad Histories
Members of the "Illinois Network to Freedom Collective" aim to uncover and document sites connected to the Underground Railroad in the state.
Feb. 24, 2026
Titanic Exhibit Makes Midwest Debut in Chicago
Interactive experience lets visitors step aboard the ill-fated ship
Feb. 23, 2026
Historic 7200 Madison St. Building Condemned by Forest Park
Village seeks repairs from owners before considering demolition of the long-standing property.
Feb. 20, 2026
Historic 'House of Tomorrow' from 1933 World's Fair Restored
The iconic futuristic home is one of five that were moved to Beverly Shores, Indiana after the fair ended.
Feb. 20, 2026
National Railroad Hall of Fame Breaks Ground, Slated for 2027 Opening
Hein Construction selected as general contractor for visitor center project in Galesburg, Illinois.
Feb. 20, 2026
Holocaust Presentation Rescheduled For March 21
Staunton resident and author to discuss book on family's escape from Nazi Germany
