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The Chicago History Museum explores the life and legacy of an enterprising Chicagoan who rose to the heights of the fashion world in its newest costume exhibition, Making Mainbocher: The First American Couturier opening Saturday, October 22. The exhibition features nearly 30 garments from the Museum’s permanent collection. Enhanced by fashion illustrations, photography, oral histories More

A Celebration of Chicago Excellence. On Wednesday, June 8, 2016 the Chicago History Museum (CHM) hosted the 22ND annual Making History Awards. Over 450 guests attended this gala held at the Four Seasons Hotel Chicago. The event paid tribute to the positive and enduring impact of some of our city’s extraordinary leaders. The night also More