Inaugural Exhibition

Chicago Collections will hold its first public exhibition at Chicago Public Library's Harold Washington Library Center. Our three month exhibition will highlight notable archives, manuscripts, and objects from our members' collections. We are excited to celebrate our collaboration with the Chicago community as Chicago Collections continues to grow.

About the Exhibit

Where: Chicago Public Library's Harold Washington Library Center,
Special Collections Exhibit Hall, 9th Floor, 400 S. State Street

When: August 7–November 15, 2015

What: The stories Chicagoans tell about themselves and their history are as diverse and dynamic as the city itself. But where do they find the resources and evidence to bring those stories to life? Raw Material: Uncovering Chicago's Historical Collections answers this question using a rich display of personal, cultural, and historical artifacts including photographs, letters, diaries, and other diverse items that tell stories linking Chicago’s past to the intimate, personal experiences of life in our city.

This free exhibit opens August 7, and continues through November 15, 2015. It will be accompanied by multiple lectures, artist talks, and educational projects. Stay tuned for more details.

Learn more about the inaugural exhibition team.

PRESENTERS & SUPPORTERS

Presented by Chicago Collections in collaboration with Chicago Public Library, this exhibition is generously supported by an anonymous donor and the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation.