You can view a full-sized model of Frances Glessner Lee's "Dark Bathroom" nutshell for free on Fridays and Saturdays from 11:00am to 4:00pm through Friday, April 14, 2023 at Glessner House. Details here: https://www.glessnerhouse.org/ For more abou…
Honestly, I have enough to do a second and possibly a third episode addressing the many areas in and around Chicago that tried their hardest (and often succeeded) in keeping Black American families from settling there. Here's more from my guest host…
I neglected to mention at the end of season five of the Chicago History Podcast that I would be taking a little break. The good news is I'll be back soon with new stories about the Greatest City in The World. Thanks for listening, for your support,…
Hey, if you're a fan of craft cocktails or have a SodaStream and want a better selection of flavors than those you find at Target, check out Portland Syrups. Not only do they have straightforward flavors (ginger, root beer, true cola), they also o…
Do you love Chicago history? How about trivia nights? You can test your knowledge of the Greatest City in the World at the first-ever Chicago History Podcast Trivia night on Tuesday, August 2nd, at 8pm at: Lizard’s Liquid Lounge 3058 W. Irv…
People ask me to what era of Chicago's history I'd like to travel, and my answer is often the late 1800s. The city was still rebuilding after the fire, and the World's Fair of 1893 must have been mind-blowing. Here are a few things that get you abou…
There are many great books written about the Negro Baseball Leagues and how Chicago was central to their efforts. Here are links to some of the books used for reference in episode 504. First Negro League Champions, The: The 1920 Chicago American Gi…
Here are some of the songs mentioned and/or played in episode 416 of the podcast and a few others you should check out. Many are available on various streaming services (Amazon links below) or on the YouTubes. T-Bone Walker – I’…
Here are some of the songs included in episode 415 of the podcast and a few not included you should check out. Many are available on various streaming services (Amazon links below) or on the YouTubes. Ethel Waters - Down Home Blues (https://music.a…
