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Chicago History Minute

On August 29, 1886, a bolt of lightning struck the powder storage of the Laflin and Rand explosive manufacturers in Brighton Park, leaving a twenty-foot crater and damage for miles around.
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Location

1601 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60614
312.642.4600
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Parking

Our parking lot is located at the corner of Stockton and LaSalle.
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Admission

The Museum offers several ticket options.
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Museum Hours

Monday-Wednesday

9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Thursday

9:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Friday and Saturday

9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Sunday

12 noon-5:00 p.m.

Restricted Hours

The Museum will have special hours on September 25 and 27.

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Current Exhibitions

Catholic Chicago
through January 4, 2009

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Upcoming Events

Comedian and actress Jane Lynch
Tuesday, September 30

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Join the Mueseum

Enjoy free museum entry, special member-only events, and more!
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Family Fun

School Prayer: A Community at War
Sunday, September 7

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