Films
Document Actions
Films
Celebrate the magic of film with the Chicago History Museum.
Project Sunday
Join us for our
new monthly documentary film series!
Project Sunday is a collaboration with ITVS and Kartemquin Films. Screenings begin at 1:30 p.m. and are followed by a discussion.
The Blinking Madonna and Other Miracles
Sunday, June 8, 1:30 p.m.
Filmmaker Beth Harrington is sucked into a media vortex when she accidentally captures the "Miracle of the Blinking Madonna" on video during an Italian American religious feast. The moment leads to an exploration of myth and faith in the lives of American Catholic women, including the filmmaker. This film is presented in conjunction with the Catholic Chicago exhibition. 60 minutes
Cost:
Free with Museum admission.
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Chicago 360 v. 3
Sunday, July 13, 1:30 p.m.
Five thematic mini-documentaries about work in the city provide a glimpse into some of the jobs and workers that define Chicago's landscape. The world's largest button-making operation, street-side peanut vendors, the changing image of Chicago's working class, the evolution of urban journalism, and the ultimate selfless job of parenting come under examination in this fascinating work. 90 minutes
Cost:
Free with Museum admission.
1968 with Tom Brokaw
Sunday, August 3, 1:30 p.m.
Revisit 1968, a year of extraordinary tragedy and triumph that transformed almost every facet of American life—from music and politics to feminism, race relations, and war. In this film, award-winning journalist and best-selling author Tom Brokaw commemorates the revolutionary events of this pivotal year in history. 94 minutes
Cost:
Free with Museum admission.
Movies in the Park
Wednesdays, June 11, July 30, and August 20, movies begin at dusk
Presented in collaboration with the Chicago Park District, all of our films have one thing in common—Chicago! Movies are shown on our back plaza, which is located in Lincoln Park, so we suggest you bring snacks and chairs or a cushy mat.
Cost:
Free
Location:
The Museum’s Uihlein Plaza
Uncle Buck
Wednesday, June 11
Ferris Bueller's Day Off
Wednesday, July 30
My Best Friend's Wedding
Wednesday, August 20
Refund Policy:
Refunds for a tour will be given in the form of tour credit which can be applied to another tour. Credit will be given with a minimum of two weeks notice prior to the day of the tour. No exceptions.
Sign Language Interpretation:
The Chicago History Museum is happy to offer sign language interpretation at any of its public programs. Please contact the Public Programs Manager, at least 48 hours prior to the day of the event in order to accommodate this request 312.642.4600