The exhibition is an exploration of the heritage and experiences of Indian Immigrants to the United States, addressing such topics as: The meaning of the word “desi” representing a collective identity for South Asians The diversity of the diaspora community Immigration and historic challenges to obtaining citizenship Music, dance, and food Indian-American professions, from doctors […]
IN COMMEMORATION OF THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE UNITED STATES RECOGNITION OF LITHUANIAN INDEPENDENCE, PLEASE JOIN US FOR THE PREMIERE OF THE NEW LITHUANIAN DOCUMENTARY FILM! The Lithuanian American Community presents: BAlzeks Msueum, a documentary film about the efforts of the Lithuanian Americans to support Lithuania‘s independence a hundred years ago. Film director – Arvydas […]
Chicago’s most popular used-book sale is back! Browse through thousands of books in dozens of genres, including fiction, philosophy, history, art, cooking, children’s literature, and much, much more. With many items priced at $3 or less, you can stock up on new reads and expand your own personal library on the cheap. Admission is free. […]
The Museum is taking part in the Andersonville Sidewalk Sale. Participating businesses from 4800 to 5800 N. Clark St. and the adjacent side streets will expand their storefronts to line the sidewalks with summer sales, bargain antiques, one-of-a-kind merchandise, fashion apparel and local treasures. The Museum Tantalizing Treasure Sale will stretch from the sidewalk into […]
Pop by the Museum today or tomorrow for fika in our main gallery space on the first floor. Enjoy some Swedish coffee and cinnamon rolls while you relax and enjoy the photos of famous Blues musicians taken by Hans Ekestang or go outside and sit in our courtyard. We will be having weekly Pop-Up Cafés […]
The Ethiopian Community Association of Chicago invites you to our annual Community Cook-out! The Community Cook-out will be on Saturday, July 30th, from 1 PM at Foster Beach. Come and join us with delicious food, Ethiopian music, and enjoy the beautiful weather together! This is a Free event for all! Feel free to bring along […]
Shaun B is the best comedian in town... PERIOD. Check him out at his ONE MAN show for a Private Adult Audience on Sun. Dec. 19 RSVP Today! Chicago's own Shaun B. returns to the Bronzeville Historical Society with his unique brand of comedy and storytelling. Fun, laughter, and cocktails. Shaun B will perform live […]
A special evening of music and conversation with Chicago's celebrated musical supergroup, Funkadesi. Known for their own high-energy blend of music that ranges from South Asian classical, folk and film melodies to West African, Caribbean, Latin, Brazilian and Reggae blended with American Funk and Soul music. They will perform an intimate "unplugged" acoustic set of […]
Chicago’s most popular used-book sale is back! Browse through thousands of books in dozens of genres, including fiction, philosophy, history, art, cooking, children’s literature, and much, much more. With many items priced at $3 or less, you can stock up on new reads and expand your own personal library on the cheap. Admission is free. […]
The Museum is taking part in the Andersonville Sidewalk Sale. Participating businesses from 4800 to 5800 N. Clark St. and the adjacent side streets will expand their storefronts to line the sidewalks with summer sales, bargain antiques, one-of-a-kind merchandise, fashion apparel and local treasures. The Museum Tantalizing Treasure Sale will stretch from the sidewalk into […]
Enjoy summertime Chi with our annual Film in the Park/Cine en el Parque! In partnership with the Chicago Park District, the series runs family-friendly films projected on large screens in various citywide parks for FREE. The goal is to bring Latino films to various communities in Chicago to showcase diverse storytelling and talent. All films […]
Join the Japanese American Service Committee for a free screening event on Thursday, August 4th, 6:00-7:30 p.m.! Our amazing Legacy Center interns will be premiering their audio and video projects as a culmination of their eight-week experience at JASC. Come to meet these talented young people, learn what resonated with them in the Legacy Center’s […]
Pop by the Museum today or tomorrow for fika in our main gallery space on the first floor. Enjoy some Swedish coffee and cinnamon rolls while you relax and enjoy the photos of famous Blues musicians taken by Hans Ekestang or go outside and sit in our courtyard. We will be having weekly Pop-Up Cafés […]
Through experiential art installations “Unbearable Memories, Unspeakable Histories” investigates the Partition of India in 1947. This year marks 75 years since the Partition of India in 1947, which created Pakistan, and eventually, Bangladesh in 1971. Pritika Chowdhry’s experiential art installations are temporary 'anti-memorials' to the Partition. Often described as the Holocaust of South Asia, the […]
All are welcome to join residents, families and staff on Saturday, August 6th for our 106th Annual Summer Picnic. Live music, food, Highland Dancing, bagpipes, kids games and much more!
The LAWNDALE Arts Festival hosted by the NLCCC Arts and Culture Committee is a festival to bring artists and entrepreneurs from North Lawndale and South Lawndale together to showcase the Culture, Commitment and Creativity in our community. We invite you to join us on August 6th from 11am to 7pm at Douglass Park Community and […]
Pop by the Museum today or tomorrow for fika in our main gallery space on the first floor. Enjoy some Swedish coffee and cinnamon rolls while you relax and enjoy the photos of famous Blues musicians taken by Hans Ekestang or go outside and sit in our courtyard. We will be having weekly Pop-Up Cafés […]
This historic performance is the first appearance of the Puerto Rico Symphony Orchestra in Chicago in 20 years. Through the rigorous training of its members, the balance between youth and experience, and the fluidity between the classical musical genre, the lyrical theater, and popular music, the Symphony Orchestra is positioned as the most important symphonic […]
The National Cambodian Heritage Museu's mahori ensemble will perform Cambodian classics at the Destination Asia Festival at the Morton Arboretum. At their invitation, our Crossing Borders Music cellist Tom Clowes will play in the ensemble. The mahori musicians will also be performing Saturday, August 6 in the afternoon. _________________ Check out http://mortonarb.org/.../destination-asia-festival/... for complete festival information. […]
Join Us for an evening of music by Gustavo Cortiñas' Desafío Candente, Roy McGrath's Menjunje and Radio Free Honduras celebrating the music of Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Honduras! Bring your lawn chair, beverages and snacks while you enjoy this cultural experience. Please no pets. Free parking available across the street at the US Bank Employee Lot