The Chicago History Museum, in its new lobby, features a 1978 Chevy Monte Carlo lowrider created by the Amistad Car Club of Cicero, Illinois. The Museum commissioned this video about the creation of this lowrider and lowriding culture in Chicago and the United States.
The Chicago History Museum is located at 1601 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 60614
http://www.chicag ohistory.org
The Chicago History Museum's "Mapping Chicago: The Past and the Possible" exhibition also looks at Replogle Globes, Inc., which has been turning maps into globes in Chicago for over 77 years. Replogle is the world's largest globe manufacturer. With their help, you can discover how globes are made.
Featuring interviews with Chicagoans, this video explores the experience of growing up Catholic, with a focus on memories of Chicago Catholic schools.
www.chicagohsitor y.org
Historic photos and film tell the story of the International Eucharistic Congress of 1926. Experience the record-setting Chicago celebration that caught the world's attention.
For more information on the "Catholic Chicago" exhibition visit www.chicagohistory.o rg
Catholics share their memories of growing up in Chicago. Common themes emerge, including family traditions, the lasting impact of Catholic schools, and the rite of passage that is Confirmation.