CCC Releases Organizational Timeline
In recognition of our 10 year anniversary this year, Chicago Collections Consortium proudly shares its history in a digital timeline. Learn about CCC's founding, its growth through the years, and its incredible members. Read More >
Mayor Lori Lightfoot Declares March 3, 2022 Chicago Collections Day
In celebration of 10 years of preserving and sharing the history and culture of Chicago, Mayor Lori Lightfoot declares Thursday, March 3, 2022 Chicago Collections Day. Read More >
A Glimpse Back at Chicago's Communities and Neighborhoods
A Glimpse Back at Chicago's Communities and Neighborhoods digital exhibit is created in celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Chicago Collections Consortium (CCC). Since the city's founding, Chicagoans have formed connections with their neighbors based on cultural traditions, common experiences… Read More >
Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation
The board of the Gaylord and Dorothy Donnelley Foundation has approved a 2-year grant totaling $50,000 to Chicago Collections Consortium (CCC). The grant will support general operations and acknowledges CCC’s participation on the Broadening Narratives advisory group. CCC, along with the College of C… Read More >
CCC Receives MacArthur-Driehaus Arts & Culture Grant
Chicago Collections Consortium is proud to have received an award of $32,000.00 through the MacArthur-Driehaus Arts & Culture Grant Program. The award provides operational support and will help CCC to continue its efforts to share Chicago's history freely and openly while promoting its member organi… Read More >
CCC and DePaul University Host My Block, My Hood My City Explorers Program
Chicago Collections Consortium and DePaul University were proud to host members of My Block My Hood My City Explorers Program on September 28, 2021. My Block My Hood My City Explorers Programs brings high school students on experiences across the city fostering an awareness of opportunities beyond t… Read More >